Tag: dyslexia
Energy accounting
It's a game changer for Leigh East's family.
The single most important technique my family and I implemented following various neurodiversity diagnoses (including autism, ADHD...
Schools for children with dyslexia
The choice of school can be critical to a dyslexic child's educational future. CReSTeD can help, says Brendan Wignall.
The Council for Registration of Schools...
When phonics fails
Deborah Salsbury favours a balanced approach to teaching reading, incorporating elements of both phonics and a whole-language approach.
"It's not your fault you can't read"...
Teaching Dyslexic Students: Theory and Practice
Lynn Lovell is head of Professional Practice at the British Dyslexia Association. She has completed an MA in Specific Learning Difficulties with a focus...
Dyslexia in practice
Keir Williams identifies ten ways secondary teachers can meet the needs of their dyslexic learners.
Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty that affects reading and...
SEN128 : January/February 2024
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It's definitely a three-brew issue this time, so if you're sitting comfortably, we can begin.If you, like me,...
Early screening for dyslexia
Paloma Forde looks at myths around the screening process.
Although significant progress in the identification of dyslexia has taken place, one challenge that persists relates...
DSA funding for dyslexic students
Funding is available, but needs to be more widely publicised, says Jennifer Willows.
With rising diagnoses and an increased awareness of the challenges facing students...
SEN127 : November/December 2023
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It's been a good year for conferences, exhibitions and all types of CPD to support greater awareness of...
Comics and dyslexia
Comics are an accessible and engaging way of learning, and not just for students with dyslexia, argues Kai Holmström.
Comic books have long been a...