Information and inspiration for those who support dyslexic learners
For more than a decade Studying with Dyslexia has been a trusted place for people who support dyslexic learners. We share guidance, insight and inspiration to help educators, parents and individuals understand dyslexia and the wider neurodiverse world with confidence. Through articles, resources and community spaces we bring people together to learn, to share and to feel supported on every step of the journey.
Need CPD training on Assistive Technology? ATEC is back!
If you are interested in Assistive Technology and the benefits it could have for young people, then it is worth checking out ATEC that is taking place on June 29th in Reading, Berks. Full details in this article.
Is the focus on spelling and grammar at school fair?
“There was fear in the classroom and grammar and punctuation were part of that.” Author Michael Morpurgo thoughts about the ‘Michael Gove-mandated lessons’ are a lesson for all who teach children and especially our dyslexic children.
How to inspire a love of reading with John Hicks and Darren Clark.
John Hicks and Darren Clark discuss the positive effects that reading has on a child’s cognitive and social development whilst sharing hints and tips on encouraging your child to learn to read.
Tips for supporting children with Maths difficulties such as Dyscalculia: The Jenga Effect
Maths difficulties can often be experienced by children who have dyslexia and dyscalculia. Cat Eadle from The Dyscalculia Network shares some thoughts on how to tackle maths difficulties and why it should be done early on in a child’s life.
Living with dyslexia.
Some really interesting comments by people who work in the field of dyslexia about what it is like to live with dyslexia on the Twinkl Resources blog. Here are some highlights.
The positive effects of reading and how to motivate our children to read.
How can we as parents motivate our children to read more and what are the benefits of being able to read? Find out more in this latest article from John Hicks.
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A trusted source of information, inspiration, support and community for everyone who supports dyslexic learners.
Studying with Dyslexia is built around 4 core areas: Information, Inspiration, Support and Community. These areas shape the content we share, the conversations we encourage and the support we offer to educators, individuals, support professionals, families, parents and the wider community.
Information
Clear explanations about dyslexia, learning, study and neurodiversity.
Helping people understand what dyslexia is, how it can shape learning, and how strengths and challenges can show up in different ways. Making important ideas feel clear, accessible and useful for educators, parents, individuals, everyone supporting dyslexic learners and the wider community.
Inspiration
Understanding lived experience, positive examples and stories that build confidence, encouragement and possibility.
Sharing real experiences and reflections that help people feel seen, valued and understood. Showing how dyslexic learners can recognise their strengths, navigate challenges and feel more confident in their learning journey.
Support
Practical strategies, tools, study ideas and resources that help dyslexic learners thrive.
Providing clear and practical support that helps people take meaningful steps in understanding and supporting dyslexic learners. Sharing useful strategies, tools and resources that can be used in education, at home, in study and across the wider learning journey.
Community
Shared understanding, meaningful questions, discussion, sharing knowledge and learning from each other.
Building positive spaces where educators, individuals, support professionals, families, parents, everyone supporting dyslexic learners and the wider community can connect, share and grow together. Encouraging supportive conversations, shared experiences and community learning that help people feel understood, included and part of something bigger.
Key resources for supporting the major needs of a dyslexic learner.
Check out this range of tips for supporting slow processing, speech and language skills, dyscalculia, focus and attention, common challenges that sometimes happen at the same time as dyslexia.
How assistive technology helps to build good self-esteem for dyslexic students.
Watch this YouTube video from the Northamptonshire Buckinghamshire Dyslexia Association that explores the essential part that assistive technology plays in helping to build good self-esteem in dyslexic students. This article also shows another video that really illustrates how assistive technology such as Claro Writing Helper can make a difference to a student.
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#GoRedForDyslexia 2021 Update
October 2021 is International Dyslexia Awareness Month and the #GoRedforDyslexia campaign will be underway.
Find out what is happening, where to find out and how to get involved…
Managing the stress of writing essays when dyslexic: Changing perspective helps!
Listen to this Parenting Dyslexia podcast episode exploring how to mentally prepare for writing essays by changing perspective and feeling less overwhelmed and more creatively engaged.
Three strategies for helping your child have a more ‘joyful’ learning experience.
Learning can bring about opportunity but when dyslexia is at play, a child’s focus on learning might exclude them from opportunity. This article unpicks this topic with three strategies that could help you as a parent to help your child.
Why kids in Primary Schools should learn to touch type.
Here are three top reasons why kids in primary schools should learn how to touch type.
Why might a dyslexic student refuse to use assistive technology?
It can be frustrating when we try to help a dyslexic student and they seem to refuse to accept it. Why is this the case and what can we do to help win them over?
Dyslexia Support: How to understand more, reduce overwhelm and help your child to thrive.
At time of writing it is August 2021 and the Autumn Term is not far away. Whilst we do what we can as parents to enjoy the summer and help our kids to relax, we know that there will be challenges coming up in the new term regarding how our school and colleges support...
Why is the JCQ NOT ensuring that exam papers are accessible for dyslexic students?
Why won’t the Joint Council For Qualifications bring about dyslexia friendly exam papers using the British Dyslexia Association Style Guide? Mum, Alex Castle is trying to change this with her petition that has gone viral!