All About Dyslexia: A Practical Guide for Secondary Teachers

By (author) Louise Selby

ISBN13: 9781032513041

Imprint: Routledge

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Hardback

Published: 24/12/2024

Availability: Available

Description
All About Dyslexia is an accessible and informative guide for secondary school teachers, designed to increase their understanding of dyslexia and enhance their toolkit with practical, adaptable strategies to support learners with dyslexia and specific literacy difficulties in their setting. The book debunks myths and misconceptions and clearly defines dyslexia, shining a light on a different way of thinking and learning. It then explores metacognition, working memory and dyslexia across the curriculum, with a focus on core subjects and cross-curricular literacy as students transition to secondary school and work towards exams. Drawing on the experience of dyslexic learners themselves, the book equips teachers with strategies for high-quality teaching that will benefit all. All About Dyslexia includes: Chapters that are easy to dip in and out of, with top tips and signposting to further resources and research A wealth of up-to-date, evidence-based strategies for everyday practice at the coalface, including ‘quick wins’ which provide prep-free ideas for planning that can be implemented straight away The voices of learners with dyslexia, parents and practitioners woven throughout, offering an important insight into ‘how I do things differently’ An overview of different interventions and assistive technology with printable resources for use in the classroom Ways to improve study skills and support dyslexic learners with exam preparation, including information on available access arrangements for dyslexia This easy-to-read book focuses on difference rather than deficit and is a valuable resource to empower secondary educators, demystifying dyslexia and providing the strategies needed to feel confident meeting learners’ needs. It will be essential reading for all secondary school educators, SENCOs and parents who are supporting children and young people with specific learning difficulties. This title has been printed on dyslexia-friendly paper.
Foreword Acknowledgements Voices of Dyslexia PART 1: Introducing Dyslexia 1. Dyslexia: Context, Myths and Definitions 2. From a Learner's Perspective: How I do it Differently PART 2: Practical Strategies in the Classroom 3. Strategies Across the Curriculum 4. Metacognition, Self-regulated Learning and Study Skills 5. Reading Across the Curriculum 6. Writing Across the Curriculum 7. Maths, Science and Dyslexia 8. Other Curricular Areas 9. Assistive Technology PART 3: Whole School Approach 10. Exam Access Arrangements 11. The Learning Culture and Environment 12. Intervention 13. Transition 14. Collaboration with Parents APPENDICES 1. How to Interpret a Diagnostic Report 2. Exam Access Arrangements: An Interview with Lia Castiglione 3. Further Resources Bibliography Index
  • Secondary schools
  • Teaching of dyslexic students
  • Professional & Vocational
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