October 16, 2014 |
By Judy Hanning
This article list seven applications namely vBookz PDF Voice Reader, SoundLiteracy, Openweb, Mod math, Dyslexia Quest Oz Phonics and Inspiration Maps that can benefit children with Dyslexia. From helping diagnose to applications that can help make reading and learning easier. Even introducing a new internet browser that can rearrange the fonts to better suit the […]
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October 16, 2014 |
By Judy Hanning
Dyscalculia, a disability impacting a student’s ability to perform mathematical operations, has the potential to cause critical issues with scholastic achievement. While thought to only affect math, new research has shown that this type of deficit can impact more than one learning domain. The study finds that 57% of students with dyscalculia also have a […]
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October 15, 2014 |
By Judy Hanning
Dyscalculia, a lesser known learning disability than dyslexia, affects a person’s ability to do some aspects of math. This article compares dyscalculia rates in preterm babies, who were born before the pregnancies are full term, do not have a higher incidence of dyscalculia than their full-term counterparts. It also discusses the difficulty in measuring dyscalculia […]
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October 14, 2014 |
By Judy Hanning
The limits on dyslexia are like watching yourself write in a mirror, only you’re in front of a mirror. The vulnerability it brings presents quite the challenge that has long been overlooked. A hands-on demonstration of the effects of the disability helps those without it better understand what Dyslexia feels like.
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October 14, 2014 |
By Judy Hanning
This is a list of tips for students with dyscalculia, the difficulty in learning and understanding mathematics. The parent tip sheet includes a detailed description of the condition, symptoms, causes, and strategies to help children deal with it. It also includes technology and resources that could be useful to students with dyscalculia. This would be […]
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October 12, 2014 |
By Judy Hanning
In order to help dyslexic students, Barclay’s has donated dictionaries specifically created for these students. They will be distributed to 38 primary and secondary schools across the nation. What makes these dictionaries special is that they are printed on color paper and arranged phonetically. The ultimate goal is to strengthen the confidence of these students.
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October 11, 2014 |
By Judy Hanning
Christie administration stumbles by cleverly skipping over most “hot button” issues when introducing new code for special education services in New Jersey. Other than reclassifying dyslexia as a reading disorder, the code completely avoids all of the issues from last year that angered many advocates for all kinds of special need children. A 17 member […]
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October 10, 2014 |
By Judy Hanning
The parallels between dyslexia and education are almost endless. So many kids cant quite enjoy or receive the same level of education as others due to dyslexia. The disability is often overlooked considering that about 17% of the population suffers from it. Both parents and teachers alike need take proactive steps to fighting and eradicating […]
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October 9, 2014 |
By Judy Hanning
How to tell the difference between dyslexia and ADHD? A dyslexic lady gives an account of interrupting people, and having a feeling of losing thoughts if she waits to speak. Children with dyslexia struggle to wait their turn to express thoughts and creativity. ADHD children struggle to focus in physical settings such as recess or […]
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October 8, 2014 |
By Judy Hanning
Dyslexic students give other dyslexic students advice for handling school responsibilities. Splitting a big project into smaller, manageable tasks can be helpful in finishing the projects on time. Outlining tasks before starting can be helpful as well. Using voice recognition technology to dictate and record assignments and papers can be a powerful tool. Working in […]
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