The effective use of technology to support Dyslexia
Arran Smith – Managing Director, SEND Group
This session gives teachers a fundamental understanding of paid for and free technology that can support dyslexic learners both in the classroom and at home. Arran explains the benefits of assistive technology, looking at software, hardware and other technologies. He aims to help schools make informed choices, then quickly and easily implement technology to help learners with dyslexia.
Study skills for learners with Additional Learning Needs
Neil MacKay – CEO, Action Dyslexia Training and Consultancy
Neil highlights research validated strategies that have been specifically ‘tweaked’ to make them achievable for students with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) at Key Stages 2-4. Strategies include developing skills around active listening, multi-sensory note taking and recording strategies using ALN friendly templates/scaffolds, reading to remember, and revising for tests.
Whole school Dyslexia strategy
Philippa Vince – SEND Consultant, Dyslexia Assessor and Director of Toucan Education
Philippa explains the importance of a whole school dyslexia strategy, outlining key principles of dyslexia and the impact it can have on daily life. She provides guidance for teachers on identifying which children to look out for. Philippa also gives tips on how to break down barriers to learning for dyslexic students and provides strategies to support dyslexic learners in a busy classroom.
