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Parent Partnership Services for Special Educational Needs Viewed

For a detailed examination fo effective partnerships with parents read: Wolfendale, S. (ed.) (2002) Parent Partnership Services for Special Educational Needs: Celebrations and Challenges, London: David Fulton Publishers

Year: 
2002
Author: 
Wolfendale S
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Parents Survival Guide Viewed

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Author: 
Christine Ostler
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The Gift of Dyslexia Viewed

Year: 
2010
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Author: 
Ronald D Davis and Eldon M Braun
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The Dyslexic Advantage Viewed

Year: 
2011
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Author: 
Brock and Fernette Eide
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Level 7 (Postgraduate) Qualifications SpLD Teacher/Practitioner/Assessor Dyslexia and Literacy

The Level 7 Certificate in SpLD Teaching , Level 7 Certificate in SpLD Assessment and Level 7 SpLD Diploma online courses in Dyslexia and Literacy are a unique and prestigious programme that provides training to become informed practitioners/teachers and/or assessors. 

 

Credits for course: 
120 at Level 7
Type of training: 
Professional training
Method of training: 
Online/Distance
Link
Region: 
Various Regions
Duration: 
One calendar year+
Level: 
QCF: 
7
Professional accreditation: 
University Accredited
Course stage: 
Stage 5 - Specialist Complex
Course strand(s): 
B. Theories of dyslexia/SpLD
C. Identifying and assessing dyslexia/SpLD
F. Professional development and dyslexia/SpLD
Contact email: 
trainingcourses@dyslexiaaction.org.uk
Contact phone: 
01784 222304

Dyslexia and Co-occurring Difficulties (DACPD51)

This unit short course provides an introduction to key elements of current research and practice in dyslexia, and conditions that commonly co-occur with it. It aims to provide an understanding of current theories of dyslexia and the impact that dyslexia and co-occurring difficulties have on performance in a range of settings.

Credits for course: 
2
Type of training: 
Accredited CPD
Method of training: 
Online/Distance
Link
Region: 
Various Regions
Duration: 
Short Course (6 weeks or less)
Level: 
QCF: 
4
Professional accreditation: 
Other
Course stage: 
Stage 3 - Targeted Strategic
Course strand(s): 
B. Theories of dyslexia/SpLD
Contact email: 
trainingcourses@dyslexiaaction.org.uk
Contact phone: 
01784 222304

The Importance of Vocabulary in Classroom Learning: Issues and Strategies for Learners in Secondary and Continuing Education

Over the last ten years, there has been increasing recognition of the importance of vocabulary knowledge in influencing learning. This event has been designed to offer tutors, support assistants and specialist teachers working in secondary and continuing education. We will discuss areas in which vocabulary plays a critical role in a student's management of the learning environment and reading. In the afternoon, participants will consider strategies for supporting learners with weak vocabulary skills from KS3 through to further and higher education.

Type of training: 
Non-accredited CPD
Method of training: 
Attendance based
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Region: 
Greater London
Duration: 
Day course
Level: 
None: 
None
Course stage: 
Stage 2 - Targeted
Course strand(s): 
A. Development of language and literacy
D. Teaching and supporting learners with dyslexia/SpLD
Contact email: 
info@patoss-dyslexia.org
Contact phone: 
01386712650

Quality First Teaching: Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar

An opportunity for teachers, teaching assistants, tutors and specialist teachers working with pupils in primary education who have a range of literacy skills. The benefit of quality first teaching for all learners, regardless of learning difficulties, are widely recognised. The aim of this course is to show how the tried and tested methods of managing the special needs of dyslexic learners, benefit all children. In the context of handwriting, grammar, punctuation and spelling it will consider 'what works' for the dyslexic learner and how the strategies can be transferred to the classroom to improve and embed quality-first teaching in your school setting.

Type of training: 
Non-accredited CPD
Method of training: 
Attendance based
Link
Region: 
Various Regions
Duration: 
Day course
Level: 
None: 
None
Course stage: 
Stage 1 - Universal
Course strand(s): 
A. Development of language and literacy
C. Identifying and assessing dyslexia/SpLD
Contact email: 
info@patoss-dyslexia.org
Contact phone: 
01386 257808

Practical Solutions for Dyslexia: Teachers and Teaching Assistants

This course is aimed at teachers and teaching assistants working at Primary level. It aims to give participants:

  • a sensory experience of what dyslexia feels like and how it affects the learning process;
  • an understanding of the role of multisensory activities in teaching all pupils;
  • practical ideas on teaching strategies; multisensory lesson plans and assistive softwares solutions

The course content includes:

  1. Dyslexia and the SpLD spectrum
  2. Effects of dyslexia
  3. Strengths and specific weaknesses
  4. Signs of dyslexia
  5. Multisensory teaching
  6. Coping strategies
  7. The dyslexia friendly classroom
  8. Resources and assistive technologies
Type of training: 
Professional training
Method of training: 
Attendance based
Link
Region: 
Various Regions
Duration: 
Half a day
Level: 
None: 
None
Professional accreditation: 
Other
Course stage: 
Stage 1 - Universal
Course strand(s): 
D. Teaching and supporting learners with dyslexia/SpLD
F. Professional development and dyslexia/SpLD
Contact email: 
lizh@bdadyslexia.org.uk
Contact phone: 
01344 381561

Renewing Your Assessment Practising Certificate SASC Authorised

A diagnostic assessment report is an important and valuable document enabling the individual at its heart to understand their strengths and challenges and, through targeted support, go forward to achieve their goals.

This Renewing Your Assessment Practising Certificate training, presented by Jen McDermott and Julie Sweeting, will consider SASC Guidelines for best practice in diagnostic assessment and report writing to ensure that a report is accessible to the specialist and non-specialist alike, and rigorous enough to stand up to potential legal challenge

Credits for course: 
5 hours
Type of training: 
Accredited CPD
Method of training: 
Online/Distance
Link
Region: 
Various Regions
Duration: 
On-line 5 hours
Level: 
Other: 
7
Professional accreditation: 
SASC Accredited
Course stage: 
Stage 4 - Specialist
Course strand(s): 
C. Identifying and assessing dyslexia/SpLD
E. Communicating and working with others
F. Professional development and dyslexia/SpLD
Contact email: 
srostill@patoss-dyslexia.org
Contact phone: 
07956 644 786

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