Comparing Scotland's ASN Frameworks to Other Countries: A Global Perspective

Course Overview Discover how Scotland's Additional Support Needs framework compares with international approaches in this comprehensive 5-hour continuing professional development course. Designed for teachers, school staff, education leaders, and policy-makers, this course provides essential insights into global best practices that can transform your professional practice and contribute to system improvement. Learning Outcomes By the end of this course, participants will be able to: ✅ Analyse Scotland's ASN framework within international context, identifying distinctive features and innovations ✅ Compare and contrast legal, policy, and practical approaches across multiple countries including Nordic nations, English-speaking countries, and European systems ✅ Evaluate evidence for the benefits and challenges of different international approaches to inclusive education ✅ Identify strategic lessons that could strengthen Scotland's ASN provision while respecting local contexts ✅ Apply international insights to enhance their own professional practice and institutional approaches ✅ Develop action plans for implementing global best practices within Scottish educational settings Course Structure Seven Comprehensive Modules: 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland's ASN Framework - Foundation and Context 🇬🇧 UK Comparisons - Different Approaches Within Britain 🇫🇮 Nordic Models - Inclusion and Equity Approaches 🇺🇸 English-Speaking Nations - Diverse Contexts and Solutions 🇪🇺 European Perspectives and Global Insights 📊 Real-World Challenges and Proven Benefits 🎯 Lessons for Scotland - Strategic Analysis and Future Directions