Professional Learning

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1+2 Languages – British Sign Language (L3)

Are you and your class interested in learning some BSL? This course offers an introduction to the BSL 1+2 languages pack and its contents which has been developed to support the delivery of BSL learning as an L3 option in your classroom

All interested staff

Ability to use the pack resources to deliver basic 1+2 languages lessons in BSL. To be familiar with the resources. To feel more confident in the delivery of BSL. To engage in professional dialogue and questions around BSL. To become more deaf aware in your practice.

Amy Murray

Pamela Scott

Robert Armour

1 x 1.25hrs

(3.45 – 5.00pm)

Tuesday 16^th September 2025

Tuesday 17^th March 2026

ONLINE

Tech Tools for Deaf Learners

Do you know what technology might support learners in your classroom who are deaf or hard of hearing?

This course explores accessibility tools, technology and resources which might help.

All education staff (Early Years, Primary and Secondary)

Increased awareness of technology which can support deaf learners. Opportunity to explore accessibility features on your iPad. Understanding of why technology is needed and how it can help.

Amy Murray

Rebecca Smith

1 x 1hr

4.00 – 5.00pm

May 2026 – Date TBC

Venue – Leader Valley School

Supporting your school and classroom to be Deaf Aware

Learn about deafness and the strategies and adaptations which support deaf children in your school and classroom.

Recognise signs of deafness. Ideas to increase deaf awareness in your school

All education staff (Early Years, Primary and Secondary)

Increased knowledge and

confidence for all staff who are working with deaf learners in mainstream schools

Pamela Scott

Amy Murray

Robert Armour

1 x 1 hrs

By request – contact your Teacher of Deaf Children & Young People or alison.macpherson@scotborders.gov.uk to book