Understanding Dyslexia: A Whole-staff Seminar for Post-primary Teachers

Summary

The overall aim of this seminar is to enable teachers to develop their understanding of the concept of dyslexia, to examine the impact of dyslexia on learning and teaching in the school, and to provide appropriate teaching strategies. The seminar also offers the school an opportunity to consider a range of structures and supports for students with dyslexia at whole-school level.

Key Aims

The key aims of the seminar are:

• To explain the concept of dyslexia
• To recognise the signs of dyslexia
• To help teachers identify dyslexia in the classroom
• To provide practical examples of appropriate classroom strategies
• To illustrate the importance of school-level supports
• To enable teachers to explore and discuss appropriate teaching interventions.
• To provide participants with information on further reading, resources and materials to assist them in meeting the needs of students with dyslexia in post-primary schools.

Format of Event

This seminar normally takes place in school over a two hour period, without a break. The seminar includes a practical workshop session which focuses on how best to provide for students with dyslexia in the classroom.

Availability

To avail of this seminar: Request the seminar through the SESS Supports Scheme (In-school Support).