Symbolic voices
Author: Louise Greenstock
Magazine issue: Summer 09
Page numbers: 12-14
Date: 31 May 2009
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When she was a teaching assistant, Louise Greenstock used graphic symbols as she was instructed to, without questioning or asking for additional training, and without access to practitioners such as speech and language therapists from outside agencies. This experience brings a very practical focus to her research into how graphic symbols are used in schools, and what represents good practice. Early indications are that, while symbols are used widely and for various purposes, there are issues around consistency, terminology, responsibility and time. Louise believes there is an opportunity to learn from examples of good collaborative practice so that use of symbols in schools becomes more evidence-based and accessible.
