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Future Proof

Join us for this free event from 10am-3pm on Monday, 22 April 2024 and discover how The University of Manchester is meeting the new mandatory qualification in Deaf Education.

We invite you to join us for a valuable opportunity to enhance your professional development at The University of Manchester. Here's what you can expect:

  • Learn about the new mandatory qualification for trainee Teachers of the Deaf and how we equip our students to be effective Teachers of D/deaf Children and Young People in your services.
  • Stay updated on the latest research developments in the field and understand how they shape our training programs.
  • Meet some of our alumni and discover how they are having a positive impact on outcomes for D/deaf children and young people
  • Engage with the latest technology and learn about how we're using it to enhance our educational practices.
  • Take advantage of the chance to network with peers from across the country, all while enjoying a complimentary lunch.

We look forward to welcoming you to Future Proof at Manchester.

Event details

Date: Monday, 22 April 2024

Time: 10am - 3pm (refreshments and sign-in from 9:30am)

Venue: Room G.306 A+B, Jean McFarlane Building, The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL. View the location on an interactive map of campus.

Agenda:

  • 10am: The new MQ at Manchester.
  • 10.45am: Pragmatic language, social communication and Theory of Mind: The next frontier for training under the new Mandatory Competencies. Dr Helen Chilton.
  • 11.30am: Securing outcomes for deaf children through effective collaboration. The new MQ, Best Practice Guidance and barriers to success. Dr Lindsey Jones.
  • 12.15pm: Lunch, networking and exhibitors.
  • 1.15pm: Alumni speakers.
  • 1.45pm: Effectively supporting students on teaching placement: Measuring against the new MQ. Helen Chilton and Kim Davis.
  • 2.15pm: QToDs of the future: Student success.
  • 2.45pm: Future directions, and bursary and grant opportunities.
  • 3pm: Close.

The event will be BSL interpreted.

Please register for your place and inform us of any dietary requirements using the link below.