Twilight Talk - Inclusion by Design: Practical PedTech Strategies for Strengthening Universal Provision, Inclusive Practice, and Pupil Agency
- Online
- 01 Dec 2026 (16:00 - 17:00)
Nationally, the number of pupils on SEND registers continues to rise, placing unprecedented pressure on schools, educators and local authorities. However, when educational technology transitions to a 'pedagogy-first approach', digital tools become the 'digital glue' that strengthens Universal Provision for every learner. In this twilight talk, award-winning educator Julaan Govier explores how becoming a Google Reference School, with 1:1 Chromebook devices for all, transforms classroom inclusion and pupil outcomes across the LEO Academy Trust. Drawing from real-world practice, Julaan will demonstrate how built-in accessibility features, AI-powered differentiation, and 'stealth scaffolding'—such as discrete digital resource assignment and voice typing—dismantle learned helplessness, reduce metacognitive overload, protect pupil dignity, and foster true independence and agency. Attendees will gain actionable insights on using Google Workspace for Education and digital tools to meet diverse needs within high-quality universal teaching, ensuring every single pupil thrives.
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Online
Suitable for: Deputy Head Teacher, Early Years Practitioner, SENCO, Student, Support staff, Teacher, Young person, Head Teacher, Teaching Assistant, A parent/carer, Assistant Head Teacher, Consultant, Governor, Inclusion Manager/Leader, Newly Qualified Teacher, Senior Leader, Tutor
Meet your trainer
Julaan Govier
Julaan Govier is an award-winning educator, Year 5 Teacher, Curriculum Leader, and Lead Practitioner for Digital at LEO Academy Trust, with over 17 years of primary experience. A Member of the Worshipful Company of Educators and holder of an MA in Education (Innovation and Change), she has presented LEO's digital strategy nationally and internationally. As a Google Gemini Certified Educator, Innovator, and Trainer, Julaan specialises in leveraging PedTech and AI to build inclusive, accessible learning environments where all pupils can independently thrive. She was recently recognised with the Google Transformational Hero Award (2025) and The Student Voice Champion Award (2026).
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