TTS Talking Early Years Episode 20 | The future of SEN support with Michael Surr
Jun 12, 2025
Michael Surr, Head of Education at NASEN and experienced educator, joins to discuss the future of Special Educational Needs support. He highlights the importance of strategic partnerships, particularly the collaboration with TTS, to enhance resource accessibility. The conversation emphasizes the transformative role of technology in education, advocating for digital skills and policy changes to ensure inclusivity. Michael also argues that success in education goes beyond grades, focusing on building resilience and self-esteem among students.
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NASEN's SEND Reviews Value
- NASEN's SEND reviews deeply analyze a school's SEND provision with full trust from the school.
- This process finds strengths and suggests improvements to enhance inclusive education.
Technology's Growing Role in SEND
- Technology has become essential in education and will continue to grow, prompted by the pandemic.
- Assistive AI offers powerful support but requires teachers and students to learn how to use it effectively.
Teach Tech Skills and Model Usage
- Teach students how to utilize accessible technology like touch typing and file management.
- Model effective technology use as adults to empower young learners confidently.