This 20-credit module will enable learners to identify the barriers which may deter children, young people and families from engaging with practitioners/services. There is the expectation that they will use reflection by engaging in group discussion through debate to problem solve potential issues and identify resolutions through the development of ‘ease of engaging’ pathways. They will learn what inclusiveness means and why everyone has a moral/ personal or professional responsibility to contribute to this process using a variety of effective means.

Further to this learners will learn about the national and international legislative frameworks which inclusive practice operates within including the Equality Act, Human Rights Act and the UN Convention of the Rights of a Child.

Case study activity will link to:
LO. 1 Identify the different inclusive practice approaches when working with children, young people and families and evaluate their effectiveness.

LO. 2 Critically analyse and evaluate the barriers which hinder children, young people and families from engaging in inclusive processes.

LO. 3 Demonstrate the skills required to actively promote and encourage inclusiveness.

The case study facts provided will enable students to address each of the three learning outcomes above. Each specific area will be equally weighted to enable students to succeed without fear of failure from one element.

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: (30 hours)

You will attend lectures workshops and sessions on key topics. There will also be opportunities to participate in small groups to explore some of the key issues raised in lectures and undertake practical activities (scenario based). You will also be asked to take part in peer review which will further support the giving and receiving of constructive feedback.

Guided Independent Study: (170 hours)

100 hours: Independent reading - You will be expected to read the recommended reading and utilise the learning materials which you will have full access to via Blackboard.
70 hours: Case Study and Group Discussion simulation task preparation - you will need to undertake the necessary research and analysis to respond to the simulation activity. You will be expected to have made use of the relevant library resources/web-based sites to identify relevant academic texts/ journal articles.

Module Learning Outcome
1. Identify the different inclusive practice approaches when working with children, young people and families and evaluate their effectiveness.
University Learning Outcome
5 Problem Solving

Module Learning Outcome
2. Critically analyse the barriers to engagement when working with children, young people and families.
University Learning Outcome
6 Communication
4 Analysis

Module Learning Outcome
3. Demonstrate the skills required to actively promote and encourage inclusiveness.
University Learning Outcome
8 Reflection

You will have access to a range of materials on Blackboard VLE including articles, session slides, and interactive activities.
You will also be able to access a variety of digital material through our Library and specialist databases.

Thompson, N. (2012) Anti-Discriminatory Practice 5th Edition. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan.
Walker, G. (2018) Working Together for Children: A Critical Introduction to Multi-Agency Working 2nd Edition. London: Bloomsbury Publisher Plc.
Forlin, C and Scorgie, K. (2019) Promoting Social Inclusion: Co-Creating Environments that Foster Equity and Belonging.
Bingley: Emerald Publishing Limited.

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Learners will learn how inclusiveness and personal values are intrinsically linked. They will identify the premise upon which these are constructed and what influences these? In this module, you will consider inclusiveness, personal values and the barriers which prevent children and young people and families from engaging. You will also explore if policy, service, individual contributions or there the lack of are contributory factors.

You will consider the underlying aims and principles of this sector, including concepts of equality of opportunity, anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practice, empowerment, confidentiality, and self-determination. These concepts underpin the value base of working in this sector and you will be challenged to consider your own personal values, how these are formed and the effect these may have on your approach.