Understanding Learning Difficulties & Disabilities G101444 Re-sit Assignment Brief Assessment will be through a written assignment, supported where necessary by appendices, to the required total of...

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   Is the use of labels in special education useful? With reference to research in this area evaluate the arguments for and against the use of labels in special education.

   
   

Understanding Learning Difficulties & Disabilities G101444 Re-sit Assignment Brief Assessment will be through a written assignment, supported where necessary by appendices, to the required total of 5000 words. The purpose of the assignment will be to demonstrate: · that you have the ability to select, analyse and critically respond to relevant academic sources in their area of interest · that where possible you are able to relate your reading in a critical and analytical way to practice in your own professional context Topic 1. Is the use of labels in special education useful? With reference to research in this area evaluate the arguments for and against the use of labels in special education. Examine the title: What are the procedure related words in the title? · Critically evaluate: weigh arguments for and against something, assessing the strength of the evidence on both sides. Use your reading to substantiate which opinions, theories, models or items are preferable. · Discuss: write about the most important aspects of (include criticism); give arguments for and against; consider the implication of…. · Evaluate: assess the worth, importance or usefulness of something, using evidence. There will probably be cases to be made for and against. Research Using your assignment title to give you a focus read over your lecture notes and do some research into this topic. Check books, journals and reputable websites or use subject specific library search catalogues to find the information that you need to address the assignment title. Create a Plan There is no right way or wrong way to plan: you chose a plan that suits you. This can mean using spider diagrams, pattern notes, linear notes or even post-it notes to think of and arrange ideas/themes. Structure the assignment Introduction 1. Introduce what the assignment’s focus will be 2. Identify topics you are going to explore 3. Briefly outline how you will deal with each topic and in what order 4. Include a transitional sentence (linking introductory paragraph to first paragraph) 5. Should make up 10% of the length of the assignment Body: (the structure of the paragraph) 1. The first sentence should introduce the topic (known as topic sentences) 2. The middle few sentences should develop the topic and include: · Evidence to support the topic · Comment – further comment on that evidence (examples or quotations may need further comment and/or interpretation) 3. The last sentence should sum up the paragraph and introduce the next one. Conclusion 1. Use signposting to show the reader that this is your conclusion (e.g. in conclusion / in summary) 2. Refer back to and answer the question embedded in the title or brief 3. Summarise the main points covered 4. Should make up approximately 10% of the word count 5. Should not end abruptly 6. Should not include any new material.