The Link Live 2022 – SLCN, A Whole School Approach

This module provides and introduction to speech, language and communication difficulties. It is presented over three lessons and will provide the participants with an understanding of, Terminology used to describe speech, language and communication, The development of speech and language skills, How children understand and produce spoken language, How to identify SLCN within the classroom, How to support SLCN in the classroom through core strategies.

This module provides an introduction to providing language intervention. It is presented over three lessons and will enable participants to use a range of class based SLCN (speech, language and communication needs) support strategies and plan, deliver and adapt small group language interventions.

The SLCN Toolkit is an integrated part of Secondary Language Link, an online, annual subscription package for schools to support pupils from 11-14 with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). An online, modular teacher training resource which examines key aspects of teaching that will support the learning and achievement of students with SLCN and those new to English. Suitable for all subject teachers, it promotes inclusion across the curriculum and can be added to staff CPD programmes.