From the Dyslexia Scotland Website \u2013<\/p>\n
What is dyslexia?<\/strong><\/p>\n It is estimated that 1 in 10 people has dyslexia. Dyslexia exists in all cultures and across the range of abilities and backgrounds. Dyslexia often runs in the family. There is no \u2018cure\u2019 but lots of practical things can help overcome some of the barriers it presents. Dyslexia is a learning \u2018difference\u2019, which means that the brain can approach things in a different way to other people. Dyslexia can affect the way people communicate, and is different for everyone. It is not just about reading and writing and it has nothing to do with intelligence. Dyslexia is classed as a disability under the Equality Act.<\/p>\n Children, dyslexia and the law<\/strong><\/p>\n The Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004, as amended, provides the legal framework which underpins the system for identifying and addressing the additional support needs of children who face a barrier, or barriers, to their learning. This leaflet explains how the Act can support you as parents of children with dyslexia.<\/p>\n Click here for information leaflet<\/a><\/p>\n Dyslexia Information for Parents<\/strong><\/p>\n If dyslexia is making it hard for your child to do well at school or if they are losing confidence or avoiding school work, what can you do?<\/p>\n These tips might be helpful<\/a><\/p>\n Dyslexia and Information and Communications Technology (ICT)<\/strong><\/p>\n ICT can help children and adults in education, at work and at home by helping address many difficulties associated with dyslexia.<\/p>\n Click here for more information about how ICT can support pupils with dyslexia<\/a><\/p>\n Dyslexia and Self Esteem<\/strong><\/p>\n Dyslexia is a \u2018learning difference\u2019, which means that the brain can approach things in a different way to other people. Dyslexia can affect the way people communicate and it is different for everyone.<\/p>\n Click here for information on dyslexia and self-esteem<\/a><\/p>\n Organisation and Time Management<\/strong><\/p>\n One of the difficulties that people with dyslexia can experience is poor organisation and time management skills.<\/p>\n Click here for some helpful hints and tips<\/a><\/p>\n Dyslexia-friendly formats<\/strong><\/p>\n When producing documents and worksheets, it is important to focus on the presentation and layout to ensure that information is easily accessible.<\/p>\n Click here for more information on dyslexia friendly formats<\/a><\/p>\n Other Useful Links:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>Dyslexia & Inclusive Practice<\/a><\/p>\n Addressing Dyslexia Toolkit<\/a><\/p>\n Education Scotland \u2013 Inclusion\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Scottish Government & Dyslexia<\/a><\/p>\n Scottish Government response to Making Sense report<\/a><\/p>\n CALL Scotland<\/a><\/p>\n CALL Scotland\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Books for all<\/a><\/p>\n CALL Scotland\u00a0\u2013 Digital Exams<\/a><\/p>\n CALL Scotland \u2013 Free digital voices<\/a><\/p>\n Dyslexia Scotland<\/a><\/p>\n GTC Scotland professional Standards<\/a><\/p>\n Addressing Dyslexia \u2013 Free online learning modules<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" From the Dyslexia Scotland Website \u2013 What is dyslexia? 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