Learning problems in children typically hamper academic achievement in one, some or all
subjects. In this course you will learn about the barriers to learning and how to provide and
develop learning programmes to enable participation of learners with Special Educational
Needs(SEN) and disabilities experiencing barriers to learning and development.
Specific topics of study include learning styles, forms of disabilities/SEN, importance of early
identification/detection, assessment, referral and teaching strategies/techniques for learners with
disabilities and SEN.Other Specific topics of study include the history of special education globally
and locally; basic skills in Sign Language, Braille, Orientation and Mobility.
- Teacher: Nophatheka Phela