Here are some thoughts from @creativeartJan on helping her school age self: Give me the information/learning in advance, so I can plan ahead and be prepared. Provide a list of key vocabulary. Give worksheets and books with clear, large font. Give examples where support for homework can be found and include alternatives […]
To my teachers: from an adult dyslexic Read More »
IEP stands for Individualised Education Plan. Does your school use IEP’s? Is there a whole school understanding of their purpose and a rigour around setting and achieving targets? How do teachers feel/think about them? That they are a paperwork exercise and take up too much time? Can IEP’s be used as an effective tool in
To IEP or not to IEP. Why is that in question? Read More »
https://twitter.com/thinkpix_suze/status/1048191722268893184?s=21 Arrrrrrgh what’s a contraction??????? Question: how can I give a concrete meaning to this abstract word? Is there a real life application? Kinaesthetic/experiential (aka primary information): ask students to hold up their arm – when outstretched, the muscle is longer (antonym: expansion). Tense the fist and bend the arm, feel the muscle; it is
Fantastic Contractions and how to find them! Read More »
Dyslexia impacts on the mental health of a child and its carers. The wellbeing of the dyslexic and their family is in the hands of the school, other educational setting, or work. Wield your power mindfully and with compassion. I returned to education a couple of years ago. Whilst being a slow processor, with some
Dyslexia; mental health matters! Read More »
How can teachers be better supported in identifying dyslexia in the classroom? Read on for less obvious clues…
Dyslexia: Finding the elephant in the classroom. Read More »
