MK Dyslexia Association

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MK Dyslexia Association

• 1997 - today

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What is Dyslexia?

• Diverse Collection of Problems
• Sequential Memory Processes
• The Brain
• Work Harder

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Aims and Objectives

• To provide support and advice to its members
• Focused Members
• Dyslexic Friendly Schools
• Contact with LEA
• Contact with qualified Dyslexic Teachers/Local
  Educational Psychologist

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Comments in the Training Environment

• I bet you think I am stupid
• I am the only one who doesnt understand
• You will have a challenge with me
• You are so patience

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My Contribution

• Avoid Failure
• Boost Self Esteem
• Understanding Long Term/Short Term Memory
• Tailor methodology
• Good and Bad Days
• Use of IT

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Launch of MKWEB

• How
• Stats normally 1,000 last month a staggering
  2,574
• Information and Advice
• Links to other organisations

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Success Over Other Associations
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The Way Forward

• Dyslexic-Wise Employer
• Bridging the Gap for those in Higher Education
• ECDL and Dyslexia Dyslexic Friendly Training
• Funding for Volunteers
• Listing of Dyslexia Tutors/Educational
  Psychologists for assessments
• Making the Website and Materials Dyslexic
  friendly.