Working within the law and frameworks for SEN, disability Professional and occupational standards for teachers and TAs in

Demystifying the terminology Understanding the definition of special educational needs, disability and inclusion is essential for all trainee and newly qualified teachers and TAs. The definitions are clarified in legislation and/or in government guidance. In addition, the glossary at the

end of this book gives further definitions relating to the different types of learning difficulties and disabilities as defined in the DfES document (2005b) Data Collection by Type of Special Educational Need.