Dyslexia is a language-based learning
disability. It refers to a cluster of symptoms, which result in people
having difficulties with specific language skills, particularly reading.
Students with dyslexia usually experience difficulties with other language
skills such as spelling, writing, and pronouncing words.
Dyslexia affects
individuals throughout their lives; however, its impact can change at different
stages in a person’s life. It is referred to as a learning disability because
dyslexia can make it very difficult for a student to succeed academically in
the typical instructional environment, and in its more severe forms, will
qualify a student for special education, special accommodations, or extra
support services.
In this talk Jane Emerson provides an
introduction to dyslexia. She gives an insightful view as to the causes,
symptoms and effects of dyslexia as well as a view on what steps a parent may
wish to take to tackle dyslexia.
We'll learn more in subsequent posts.
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