[senco-forum] Dear SENCO's - Research Project

Dear SENCO's,

I am currently a student at the IOE studying for my PGCE. As part of my
studies I have been working on a SEN project for the past 7 months code
named "MySencare" focusing on SEN Information management within schools.

In a nut shell as a beginning teacher I have seen the problems first hand
SENCO's face and the knock on effects this has on subject teachers and most
importantly how the learning needs of students are met within the classroom.
My research has been investigating Howard Gardner's theory of multiple
intelligences in developing processes using ICT that will significantly make
the life of a SENCO easier. Secondly my research explores how SEN
information about pupils can be used effectively in classrooms by subject
teachers. Sometimes I feel there is too much data (stats) and not enough
information that is useful for the teachers to meet the diverse learning
needs of SEN pupils.

If it is possible could you please take part in my survey. There are only 7
questions and it would be really useful to get your insight and thoughts.

1. How long does it take you to write a single IEP?

2. What problems do you face on a daily basis?

3. What takes most of your time?

4. Do you have information that is readily accessible that tells you which
students are meeting targets? which are not?  and what strategies for
students and teachers have been set?

5. Does your school use any software to manage sen information apart from
SIMMS?

6. If yes to question 5, do you find the software easy to use and efficient?

5. Does your school use word documents / proforma templates and shared
networks to share SEN information to subject teachers?

7. Would you be interested in piloting a new way of working for your school
if it was to significantly save you time?

Thank you in advance for your help.

Best Wishes
Naimish
naimishgohil at gmail.com