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The SENDcast is a platform that hosts a podcast which provides information about SEND subjects for students, staff, parents and carers as well as purchasable SEND training sessions for teachers
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Who is this resource designed for?

This resource is suitable for children with: ASC, ADHD, Tic disorders, Speech, language + communication difficulties, Intellectual disability, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Movement disorders, Acquired brain injury

Age Group: 3 - 18

Intended outcome(s): Provide easily accessible SEND information

Does this resource also support student health/wellbeing? Yes

Developed by: B Squared

This resource is: FREE

Resource Delivery

Resource type: Education/information for staff

Resource delivered by: Anyone

Training required: None

Notes on training: n/a

Evaluations

Has this resource been co-developed with the community? Unclear

Educator
score

5.7

Evidence
rating

5.7

Educator Appraisal

The SENDcast podcast allows teachers and parents to access information and training on specific topics at their convenience, making professional development more flexible than in-person workshops and formal training. I liked that it offers expert insights and diverse perspectives. Each episode features insights from practitioners, researchers, and teachers, allowing listeners to benefit from a range of expertise and practical strategies. I didn't like that it has limited interactivity, so listeners can not interact directly with the host or expert or ask follow-up questions. It might not cover all conditions because it's such a broad area with complex individual needs. There's the audio-only format, so it might not be effective for learners who might require video-based resources. Some listeners might find it quite challenging to fully grasp certain concepts without visuals or examples. Then the quality and depth might vary by episode.

Evidence Rating

SENDCast podcasts provide information from various experts into various topic areas. Individual podcast guests are likely to use evidence to support their claims, however, there is no evidence into how effective the podcasts are.