What is the Quality First Teaching (QFT) Series?
The Quality First Teaching (QFT) series is a set of 12 practical guides aimed at supporting SENCOs and teachers in delivering high-quality, inclusive education to all students, with a focus on children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The series is built on foundational teaching strategies that promote adaptive learning environments and student-centered instruction.
Key Features:
- Each book focuses on a specific aspect of QFT, such as Adaptive Teaching, Scaffolding, Teacher Talk and Questions, and others.
- Resources are designed for both individual and school members, with school members gaining online access to all books in the series, (there are training cards that support the series that are purchasable from the shop).
- Available as printed books through Amazon or directly via SENsible SENCO at discounted bundle rates.
How to Access:
- School members can access the entire series online through their membership.
- Individual members can view QFT 0 - Adaptive Teaching on the website.
- Physical copies can be purchased through the SENsible SENCO online store or directly from Amazon.
How to Use:
Each book includes real-world strategies that teachers can implement in their classrooms to support students with SEN. From scaffolding techniques to effective questioning, the books provide actionable tips for immediate application.
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