Understanding Literacy and Disadvantage Deborah Opacic Professionalism is a key component

Professionalism is a key component of teaching

This is a guide that will work on all levels and for all students no matter which textbook they've used or how they've been taught

and approaching two-way communication from this perspective

Gunilla Gerland's extensive personal and professional experience of the autism spectrum means she is expertly placed to offer a fresh perspective on working with autism as well as a wealth of effective tools and interventions to use in practice

Understanding Literacy and Disadvantage Deborah Opacic Professionalism is a key componentAddressing literacy and disadvantage requires high quality teaching, first and foremost: there are no quick fixes, simplistic solutions or silver bullets. Both research and professional evidence from schools have revealed a strong association between social disadvantage and achievement in literacy: in fact, it has been a concern for over 70 years. Yet, many trainee teachers, and teachers in general, feel ill equipped to deal with the issue. This book