INCLUSION AND SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS RESEARCH CLUSTER (ISEND) Events

Past Events

University of Derby Supported Internship Pilot

Insight into the University of Derby Supported Internship pilot in collaboration with St Martins School

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Sanctuary Families' Perspectives on Accessing Education for Children with SEND

Watch Dr Wendy Conrad provide insight into Sanctuary Families' Perspectives on Accessing Education for Children with SEND in England.

Exploring LGBT+ teachers' experiences of inclusion

In this symposium, Adam will share the findings from his doctoral research which, through photo elicitation, explored how LGBT+ secondary school teachers experience their environments. The findings sh...

School staff and pupils and their experience of the LGBT+/SEND intersection

Klaudia, a PhD researcher, discussed the intersection of LGBT+ and SEND in schools. Her research sheds light on important findings, including a performative approach to LGBT+ inclusion in schools with...

People Networking event at University of Derby

ISEND: Breaking Barriers

Multiple Perspectives on a Project SEARCH Supported Internship. Date: 03/07/2023

ISEND Research Cluster Symposium: Disability, Faith and Inclusion

This symposium will explore how disability and inclusion are framed within the 6 major world religions. Date: 18.05.2023

ISEND: SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan

Symposium will address the key points and debates relevant to those leading on SEND in schools. Date 18.05.23

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ISEND - Navigating the English SEND system

Intersectional Narratives: Families of sanctuary navigating the English SEND system Date: 15.03.2023 - 4.00pm to 5.00pm

ISEND: Autism - A student’s guide.

Hear some of the current research into the aetiology of autism, pedagogical approaches and international perspectives. 01.02.22 - 4.00pm

ISEND: An Ethnographic Study into Supported Internships

ISEND Research Cluster Symposium: An ethnographic study into Supported Internships. 15/02/23 4.00pm to 7.00pm

ISEND: Research Conference for Practitioners 2023

This year's theme is 'What Difference Does Research Make?' with a particular focus on how research helps to measure impact, contribute to policy decisions and inform practice. 16.02.23. 09.30 - 16.15

ISEND: Action Research & Lesson Study Project

If you are interested in applying to take part in this project, the University of Derby is hosting a webinar.

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ISEND: Reflections on a project to develop a SEND Alumni Network

Session highlights the creation and development of resources for running training and development sessions to aid in the creation of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Alumni Networks.

ISEND Review: Summary & reflections on the proposals set out in the green paper

Symposium addressed the key points and debates relevant to those leading on SEND in schools Date: 10th May 2022

ISEND: Participatory Methods of Research with Children

ISEND Research Cluster Symposium: Participatory Methods of Research with Children. Date: 30th March time 13.00 - 14.00

ISEND: Education as a catalyst for the social inclusion

Social inclusion of people with learning disabilities. Wednesday 9th March, 14:00-15:45

ISEND: Why parental engagement is central to better outcomes for children

With Prof. Brian Lamb

2021-22 ISEND Research Cluster Symposium

Events will feature two 20 min’ research presentations from University of Derby academics/PGR students.

ISEND: Opportunity Area Conference: Whole School Inclusion and SEND 2021

The key focus for the conference is the latest research findings from the OA SEND Peer Review Challenges. Monday 28th June. 9.30am to 3.15pm