SAALED

Welcome to SAALED

A learning difficulty is a condition that can cause an individual to experience problems in a traditional classroom learning context. It may interfere with literacy skills development and mathematics and can also affect memory, ability to focus and organisational skills. SAALED is the leading Southern African organisation concerned with the field of special educational needs.

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Inclusive education focuses on integrating and guaranteeing special educational needs of pupils with various forms of disabilities in mainstream schools. SAALED offers a platform for educators to share knowledge and experiences as well as provide access to one’s peers in order to become better educators.

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By joining the organisation you will become part of an interdisciplinary network of people concerned with a wide range of aspects of support for learning.

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SAALED’s Mission & Vision

SAALED’s mission is to inform and educate teachers on learning and educational difficulties ensuring that all learners, with and without disabilities, pursue their learning potential to the fullest.

SAALED’s vision is to facilitate the promotion and implementation of inclusive education through information, support, collaboration, advocacy and training

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February

Poetry as a tool for healing and hope

Ruth Everson

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Member: R200
Non-Member: R285

29

February

Exploring a contemporary picture book with young readers in the Foundation Phase

Makeda Phakadi

 

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Member: R200
Non-Member: R285

12

March

Writing from Life Experience

Onke Mazibuko

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Member: R195
Non-Member: R280

 

Please note that webinar topics and dates are subject to change.

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 What our delegates say!

Supporting the Child with Reading Difficulties: SAALED webinar presented by Angela Charalambous

I found the different aspects affecting a child’s comprehension abilities informative and relevant.

Sarah

Supporting the Child with Reading Difficulties: SAALED webinar presented by Angela Charalambous

The idea about how to administer different spelling options and choices for the week. I also found the x- and y-axis representations quite an eye-opener!

Stacy

Supporting the Child with Reading Difficulties: SAALED webinar presented by Angela Charalambous

It was logical and sequential, and her knowledge was astounding – I loved the tips for reading assessments and guides.

Carol

Supporting the Child with Reading Difficulties: SAALED webinar presented by Angela Charalambous

The webinar and all the information was presented beautifully. All information and possible methods to use were useful and helpful for a teacher who faces these concerns daily.

Ashleigh

Humanising Diversity and Inclusion: SAALED webinar presented by Mumsy Malinga

“Mamsi” truly represented her “clan” well this evening. WOW !!! What an informative and interesting session indeed.

Vinay

Humanising Diversity and Inclusion: SAALED webinar presented by Mumsy Malinga

The webinar has given me quite a few thoughts and ideas on how our school can move forward when it comes to inclusion.

Auxillia

Humanising Diversity and Inclusion: SAALED webinar presented by Mumsy Malinga

It made me aware of how necessary and important it is to engage in transformation, diversity, and inclusion across all ages (pupils and staff) and all levels of hierarchy in the work environment.

Amrita

Humanising Diversity and Inclusion: SAALED webinar presented by Mumsy Malinga

Inclusion is intentional, and it’s not only about giving people a seat at the table but giving them a voice at the table.

Rhula

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Informative articles on education, learning difficulties, knowledge sharing can be found here.

SAALED November 2023 Newsletter

SAALED November 2023 Newsletter

Dear SAALED members and friends As we approach the end of 2023, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the remarkable progress we've made in advocating for learners with educational difficulties in Southern Africa. SAALED continues to be a beacon of hope, support,...

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SAALED October 2023 Newsletter

SAALED October 2023 Newsletter

Dear SAALED members and friends Thank you to Angela for the remarkable webinar she presented last month. It was superb! Angela Charalambous, who is the owner of The Workshop Reading Centre willingly shared her wealth of knowledge and information with us, all the way...

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SAALED September 2023 Newsletter

SAALED September 2023 Newsletter

Dear SAALED members and friends We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to our two new co-opted board members. Pearl Makhene is Head of Marketing and Communication at More Than a Teacher. Lerato Shuping is the Digital Learning Coach at St Stithians Girls’...

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SAALED does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all our members. View our Privacy Policy here.