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The Upside of Dyslexia

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THE word “dyslexia” evokes painful struggles with reading, and indeed this learning disability causes much difficulty for the estimated 15 percent of Americans affected by it. Since the phenomenon of “word blindness” was first documented more than a century ago, scientists have searched for the causes of dyslexia, and for therapies to treat it. In recent years, however, dyslexia research has taken a surprising turn: identifying the ways in which people with dyslexia have skills that are superior to those of typical readers. The latest findings on dyslexia are leading to a new way of looking at the condition: not just as an impediment, but as an advantage, especially in certain artistic and scientific fields.

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New private school to serve Cobb students with dyslexia

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A group of Cobb County parents and educators plan to open a school in the fall to serve Cobb elementary and middle school-aged children who have dyslexia, reports the Marietta Daily Journal.

Gracepoint School will be a private, nonprofit organization. After graduating from Gracepoint, students would return to their original school systems better prepared to meet the rigorous demands of high school, officials said. A permanent location has not yet been determined. Until then, class will be held at StoneBridge Church.

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THE D WORD: UNDERSTANDING DYSLEXIA

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THE D WORD: UNDERSTANDING DYSLEXIA skillfully explores the complex and often challenging world faced by those who have this disability. The film focuses on high-school senior Dylan as he shares his early struggles in school and prepares to begin studies at the college of his choice. Interviews with other young dyslexics, as well as highly accomplished businesspeople diagnosed with the learning disability, including Richard Branson, Charles Schwab, and California’s Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom, are seamlessly incorporated into the story. Two prominent doctors in the field at the Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity help demystify and mitigate the stigma surrounding this syndrome.

Focusing on the positive aspects of dyslexia and incorporating creative animation sequences, James Redford’s film emphasizes specific areas where dyslexics excel and suggests thoughtful strategies for their academic success in our often-rigid educational system.

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Dyslexia Victoria Online is introducing videos on Dyslexia Awareness

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We are introducing a series of videos about Dyslexia awareness, teaching and learning strategies, accommodations, computer programs and resources for children and adults. 

We are also planning to have some webinars and involve people in the discussion portions of the webcast.

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BDA Quality Mark

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A Bushey infant school is celebrating after being handed three awards recognising its work in specialist areas of teaching.

Merry Hill Infant School and Nursery was firstly recognised by the British Dyslexia Association for the work it carries out in support children with learning difficulties.

The BDA Quality Mark is handed to schools identified as being ‘dyslexia friendly’, displaying good practice in supporting children and improving their learning.

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Calling into question the discrepency model for dyslexia in children

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Regardless of high or low overall scores on an IQ test, children with dyslexia show similar patterns of brain activity, according to researchers supported by the National Institutes of Health. The results call into question the discrepancy model — the practice of classifying a child as dyslexic on the basis of a lag between reading ability and overall IQ scores.

In many school systems, the discrepancy model is the criterion for determining whether a child will be provided with specialized reading instruction. With the discrepancy model, children with dyslexia and lower-than-average IQ scores may not be classified as learning disabled and so may not be eligible for special educational services to help them learn to read.

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