Design vs. Dyslexia
The University of Cincinnati is employing its design research capabilities to create a 21st century electronic toolkit to speed learning for children with dyslexia. UC digital designer Renee Seward describes some of the activities in her electronic toolkit to help children with dyslexia.
The Dyslexia Myth
The Dyslexia Myth (2005) exposes the myths and misconceptions that surround a condition said to affect 10 per cent of the population. The Dyslexia Myth argues that the common understanding of dyslexia is not only false but makes it more difficult to provide the reading help that hundreds of thousands of children desperately need. Drawing on years of intensive academic research on both sides of the Atlantic, The Dyslexia Myth challenges the existence of dyslexia as a separate condition; but in doing so, reveals the scale and pain of true reading disability. The programme examines the chasm between evidence and educational practice and shows that, after hundreds of millions of pounds of investment in the teaching of reading, the number of children encountering serious problems has hardly changed.
Dyslexia Inspired Song by Nizlopi
A HEART-WARMING song about a little boy riding in his father’s digger has become a sudden favourite for Christmas No1 2005. (Click here to read the story)
I’m 5 years old and my dad’s a giant sitting beside me.
And the engine rattles my bum like berserk
While we’re singin’ , ‘Don’t forget your shovel if you want to go to work!’
My dad’s probably had a bloody hard day
But he’s been good fun and bubblin’ and jokin’ away
And the procession of cars stuck behind
are gettin’ all impatient and angry, but we dont mind.
An’ we’re holdin’ up the bypass
woah
Me and my dad havin’ a top laugh
oh-woah
I’m sittin’ on the toolbox
woah
And I’m so glad I’m not in school, boss
So glad I’m not in school
Oh no
and we pull over to let cars past
And pull off again, speedin’ by the summer green grass
And we’re like giants up here in our big yellow digger
Like zoids, or transformers, or maybe even bigger
And I wanna transform into a Tyrannosaurus Rex!
And eat up all the bullies and the teachers and their pets
And I’ll tell all my mates that my dad’s B.A. Baracus
Only with a JCB and Bruce Lee’s nunchuckas
And We’re holdin’ up the bypass
Woah
Me and my dad havin’ a top laugh
Oh whoa
I’m sittin’ on the toolbox
Oh
And I’m so glad I’m not in school, boss
So glad I’m not in school
And we’re holdin’ up the bypass
Oh
Me and my dad havin’ a top laugh
Oh whoa
I’m sittin’ on the toolbox
Oh
And I’m so glad I’m not in school, boss
So glad I’m not in school
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Said I’m Luke, I’m five, and my dad’s Bruce Lee. Drives me round in his JCB.
I’m Luke, I’m five, and my dad’s Bruce Lee. Drives me round in his JCB.
I’m Luke, I’m five, and my dad’s Bruce Lee. Drives me round in his JCB.
I’m Luke, I’m five, and my dad’s Bruce Lee. Drives me round
And we’re holdin’ up the bypass
Whoa-Oh
Me and my dad havin’ a top laugh
Oh-whoa
And I’m sittin’ on the toolbox
oh-oh
And I’m so glad I’m not in school, boss
So glad I’m not in school
I said
I’m Luke, I’m five, and my dad’s Bruce Lee. Drives me round in his JCB.
I’m Luke, I’m five, and my dad’s Bruce Lee. Drives me round in his
Aw, I’m Luke, I’m five, and my dad’s Bruce Lee. Drives me round in his JCB.
I’m Luke, I’m five, and my dad’s Bruce Lee. Drives me round in his JCB.
Dyslexia and Tomato Soup Video
Dyslexia, so what is it all about
Short animation explaining the issues of dyslexia.
Upside Down Reader
Unable to make progress in the usual way, this first grade student made a year’s progress in only one month by holding his books upside down. He now can read both ways, but he does better when he holds the book upside down.
Dyslexic Brian Comments:
There’s a good debate about this video and ‘upside down reading’ on the Being Dyslexic Forum.
>>> Click here to visit this topic on the Being Dyslexic Forum <<<
Dyslexic man named as top teacher | October 2009
A West Yorkshire teacher who overcame dyslexia to achieve his career dream has been named the most outstanding new teacher in the country.
Edward Vickerman, head of business at The Freeston Business and Enterprise College in Normanton, was given the title at the Teaching Awards in London.
Because of his dyslexia, the 26-year-old said he was sidelined at school and not expected to achieve much.
He was described by a colleague as a “whirlwind” in the classroom.
While working in the hotel industry, Mr Vickerman discovered ways of overcoming his dyslexia and achieved a degree in hotel management, which set him on the road to success.
Invigorated department
He then decided to pursue his dream of becoming a teacher and chose to take a postgraduate teaching qualification.
Colleagues and students said Mr Vickerman was an “inspiration to work with” and had invigorated the department, introducing new courses to match student needs.
Mr Vickerman said he gets round his dyslexia by using new technology in lessons rather than communicating by writing.
The Teaching Awards, founded by Lord Puttnam 11 years ago, are open to every school in the UK and reward excellent teachers, head teachers, teaching assistants, governors and sustainable schools.
Source: BBC published Monday, 26 October 2009
Dyslexic Brian – LIVE Radio Show about Dyslexia
Bristol Community FM 93.2fm
Dyslexic Brian was interviewed by Maf, one of Bristol’s best know DJ’s, on Bristol Community FM.
The interview was on 29th October 2009 between 2pm and 3pm (UK time)
Antonio ‘Magico’ Farruggia (co-founder of Dyslexic Brian) was explaining Dyslexic Brian’s perspective of dyslexia and sharing lots of tips and tricks that dyslexic people can follow to completely overcome their dyslexia.
It was a show well worth listening to!
All the best and enjoy the show!
Dyslexic Brian & LIVE BCfm Radio Show
Wow!!! The live radio show with the infamous radio presenter Maf from Bristol Community Radio was an amazing experience!
Our co-founder Antonio Farruggia had a great time talking about dyslexia and also having a laugh with Maf.
We are looking forward to getting back on Maf’s show soon.
We’ll keep you posted re Dyslexic Brain’s next radio appearance.
Let us know what you think of the show by sending Dyslexic Brian an email at info@dyslexicbrian.com
What Does Dyslexia Look Like in a Gifted Child?
Spatial and verbal talent of dyslexic children, social and emotional issues of dyslexia, dysgraphia or writing challenges.
Dyslexia in Gifted Children
Dyslexia doesn’t have to keep a kid down.
