http://hdl.handle.net/2428/13830 Search the Channel search http://arrts.gtcni.org.uk/gtcni/simple-search http://hdl.handle.net/2428/14231 Title: An Evaluation of the Need and Early Intervention Support for Children (aged 2-4 years) with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder in Northern Ireland RB 1 2007<br/><br/>Authors: DE<br/><br/>Abstract: This research identified the current extent of early needs (i.e from the point of diagnosis) across Northern Ireland and provided a literature review of best early intervention practices to inform effective planning. It makes recommendations to ensure that parents of children with autism receive support tailored to individual needs and circumstances from the point of diagnosis until pre-school. Fri, 29 Dec 2006 22:58:59 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2428/14230 Title: Alternative Education Provision (AEP) in Northern Ireland RB 2 2007<br/><br/>Authors: DE<br/><br/>Abstract: This project examined the AEP experience of young people in terms of effective engagement with learning, re-integration into mainstream provision, accreditation achievement and transition to the labour market with a view to assessing the effectiveness of this means of intervention and helping guide further planning of provision in each of the three types of AEP. Thu, 29 Mar 2007 22:58:59 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2428/14229 Title: The Nature and Extent of Bullying in Schools in the North of Ireland RB 3 2007<br/><br/>Authors: DE<br/><br/>Abstract: This research establishes the scale and nature of bullying behaviour by pupils in schools including analysis by pupils’ characteristics such as gender. It draws comparisons with the pupils’ behaviour section of the previous research published by the Department of Education in October 2002. Tue, 29 May 2007 22:58:59 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2428/14228 Title: The Recruitment and Retention of Teachers in Post-Primary Schools in Northern Ireland RB6/2006<br/><br/>Authors: DE<br/><br/>Abstract: The main aim of this research was to identify subjects that currently, or may in the near future, present schools with staffing difficulties. The project investigated whether there is a shortfall in the recruitment of teachers in any subject areas in post-primary schools in Northern Ireland. Tue, 29 Aug 2006 22:58:59 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2428/14227 Title: Department of Education Funded Research 2005/06 RB5/2006<br/><br/>Authors: DE<br/><br/>Abstract: This Research Briefing provides information on projects commenced in 2005/06 funded by the Department of Education. Details of recently completed projects are also provided. Sat, 29 Jul 2006 22:58:59 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2428/14226 Title: The Development of Inclusive Schools in Northern Ireland: A Model of Best Practice RB4/2006<br/><br/>Authors: DE<br/><br/>Abstract: The main aim of the study was to investigate existing practices that increase the motivation, participation and achievement of children and young people of school age with special educational needs in mainstream nursery, primary, post-primary and special schools, and in alternative education provision. Wed, 28 Jun 2006 22:58:59 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2428/14225 Title: Effective Pre-School Provision in Northern Ireland (EPPNI)-RB3/2006<br/><br/>Authors: DE<br/><br/>Abstract: The EPPNI project was a longitudinal study investigating the effects of pre school education and care upon children’s development for children aged 3-8 years old. Wed, 29 Mar 2006 22:58:59 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2428/14224 Title: Attitudes of the Socially Disadvantaged towards Education in Northern Ireland – PDF RB2/2006<br/><br/>Authors: DE<br/><br/>Abstract: This review considers recent studies into children and young people from the preschool/nursery years through compulsory education and beyond, and seeks to establish firstly, if there is a link between social disadvantage and attitudes towards education. Where social disadvantage is a factor, this report sets out to present the views of the children and young people and their parents, as well as detailing efforts within schools and communities to ameliorate the situation. Sun, 26 Feb 2006 22:58:59 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2428/14223 Title: Language Development Programmes – Coverage and Effectiveness of Provision in Northern Ireland (0-36 months) PDF RB1/2006<br/><br/>Authors: DE<br/><br/>Abstract: This project identified the nature and extent of language development provision for young children in Northern Ireland. The report identifies a number of key elements which it recommends should be included in any future model of best practice. Thu, 29 Dec 2005 22:58:59 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2428/14222 Title: A Study into Current Practice and Potential Models for the Effective Teaching of Personal Development at Key Stage 3 in Northern Ireland Curriculum RB4/2005<br/><br/>Authors: DE<br/><br/>Abstract: The aim of this study was to identify and analyse the characteristics of current best practice and extrapolate future training needs in this pastoral area of the curriculum. Sat, 29 Oct 2005 22:58:59 GMT