The SEND Network Podcast

6. Understanding multi-sensory impairment (deafblindness) with Hester Richardson


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As season four of the SEND Network Podcast comes to a close, Izzy is joined by Hester Richardson to discuss the often misunderstood condition Multi Sensory Impairment (also known as deafblindness). 

In the episode, Hester highlights:

  • What MSI is and how to spot it
  • Working with the families of children with MSI
  • Improving communication and accessibility in the classroom

About Hester
Hester is a former specialist teacher for visual and multi-sensory impairment turned lecturer for the University of Birmingham’s Department of Inclusion and Special Needs. She is currently redeveloping the university's programme for Education of children with Multi-Sensory Impairments. 

Contact Hester
Contact Hester via her SEND Network profile. Don't forget to give her a follow!
Email: [email protected]

The SEND Network
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