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DYSLEXIA FROM A HOLISTIC LENS

Module code: EDF487
Credits: 2.5
Semester: 2
Department: FROEBEL EDUCATION
International:
Coordinator: Deirdre Forde (FROEBEL EDUCATION)

	Overview
	This module builds on previous lectures on dyslexia in the EDF228 module, �Including Every Child�. It provides a comprehensive and detailed level of knowledge and understanding of dyslexia. It encourages a strengths-based approach and equips prospective Froebelian teachers with the confidence and skills to identify and support students at an individual level, within the classroom and at a whole-school level. It promotes the early recognition of possible reading difficulties and examines best practice approaches to inclusive teaching for students with dyslexia across the age range. This module interrogates theory and best practice for neurodiverse children with dyslexia. Student teachers have the opportunity to learn from the experiences of neurodiverse people with dyslexia. There is an emphasis placed on the emotional learning environment and the importance of relationships for children with dyslexia. Assistive Technology and the Wilson language programmes and other curricula approaches are explored.

Overview

This module builds on previous lectures on dyslexia in the EDF228 module, �Including Every Child�. It provides a comprehensive and detailed level of knowledge and understanding of dyslexia. It encourages a strengths-based approach and equips prospective Froebelian teachers with the confidence and skills to identify and support students at an individual level, within the classroom and at a whole-school level. It promotes the early recognition of possible reading difficulties and examines best practice approaches to inclusive teaching for students with dyslexia across the age range.

This module interrogates theory and best practice for neurodiverse children with dyslexia. Student teachers have the opportunity to learn from the experiences of neurodiverse people with dyslexia. There is an emphasis placed on the emotional learning environment and the importance of relationships for children with dyslexia. Assistive Technology and the Wilson language programmes and other curricula approaches are explored.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Build positive relationships with all pupils, particularly neurodiverse pupils and those with dyslexia. Create inclusive environments where neurodiverse pupils feel accepted and valued for who they are. Embed inclusive, flexible and responsive teaching strategies for the neurodiverse learner with dyslexia. Develop agency within the neurodiverse learner.

Learning Outcomes

Teaching & Learning methods

Assessment

	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes

	Additional Reading
	Please find below a sample of texts/resources studied. Kelly, K. (2016) Teaching Literacy to Learners with Dyslexia: A Multi-Sensory Approach. New York: Sage Publications. Reid, G. (2016) Dyslexia. Fifth edition. New York: Wiley

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