Inclusive Computing: SEND Teaching Strategies

Catherine Elliott serves as the SEND Lead at Sheffield eLearning Service where she has dedicated her career to making computing education accessible to all learners since the computing curriculum's introduction in 2013 Her expertise spans across multiple areas including AI in education where she works as a Learn Sheffield E-Learning Consultant developing training programs for educators She is a regular contributor to Hello World magazine providing valuable insights through her inclusion column which began in issue 16 Her work encompasses developing strategies for vulnerable learners and creating inclusive computing education approaches particularly focusing on special educational needs and disabilities She actively participates in the Computing at School Include working group and leads both the SEND Virtual and Sheffield and South Yorkshire Secondary CAS Communities playing a vital role in shaping inclusive computing education practices She specializes in implementing AI tools to support communication literacy and creativity specifically for learners with SEND demonstrating her commitment to leveraging technology for inclusive education Her contributions to the field include developing recovery curriculum strategies sharing practical teaching methodologies and creating resources that make computing accessible to diverse learner groups Through her work she continues to bridge the gap between technology and inclusive education ensuring that computing remains accessible to students of all abilities and backgrounds Her innovative approaches and dedication to inclusive education have made her a respected voice in the field of SEND computing education.