Att lägga ett pussel : En kvalitativ studie om skolorsarbete med identifikation av och stödjande insatser för nyanlända elever i misstänkta språk-, läs- och skrivsvårigheter

Sammanfattning: The purpose of this study was to examine how schools identify and support newly arrived students in language developmental and/or reading and writing related difficulties. A qualitative design was chosen with semi-structured interviews in which eight teachers and special education needs teachers participated. The interviews were analyzed and categorized, which ultimately resulted intwo themes: Schools’ work with identification and Supportive measures. The results showed perceived difficulties in assessing and supporting newly arrived students in language development and/or reading and writing skills. The causes of this problem were inadequate assessment material, lacking routines for supportive measures and collaboration between the school's professionals, and lack of knowledge about second language development among special needs professionals. Despite the limitations in the scope of the study, the results showed consistency with current research. The authors have highlighted the need for more research on newly arrived students in language developmental and/or reading and writing difficulties, especially regarding the role of special needs professionals.