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Making Dyslexia Work for You

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Making Dyslexia Work for You is a concise and accessible guide designed for dyslexic adults and those who suspect they may be dyslexic. It offers practical strategies across over 100 topics, covering critical areas such as reading, memory, organisation, self-esteem, IT, and navigating the workplace. The book supports readers in assembling personalised techniques to overcome everyday challenges, complemented by an extensive online resource for further exploration.
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This book is ideal for adults with dyslexia, young people preparing for work or study, as well as employers, colleagues, educators, friends, and family members seeking to understand and support those with dyslexia.

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Written for dyslexic adults or anyone who thinks they might be dyslexic, this bold and imaginative book is deliberately concise and easy to dip into. It is user-friendly, essential guide to the world of study and work for anyone with dyslexia.

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Written for dyslexic adults or anyone who thinks they might be dyslexic, this bold and imaginative book is deliberately concise and easy to dip into.

This user-friendly, essential guide provides valuable insights into the world of study and work for anyone with dyslexia. It identifies the key needs of adults and young people who are dyslexic and encourages them to put together their own package of ideas and strategies for success.

Making Dyslexia Work for You offers practical activities, examples, and support covering areas such as reading, memory, organisation, self-esteem, IT, and dyslexia in the workplace. Over 100 topics from this book are expanded on our online resource.

This unique guide to overcoming the day-to-day difficulties associated with dyslexia will also be of great interest to employers, colleagues, teachers, friends, and family of those with dyslexia.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780415597555

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 23 November 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Routledge

Edition: 2nd edition

Illustration: 30 Tables, black and white; 40 Illustrations, black and white

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 404g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Vicki Goodwin was recently Assistant Director of the Open University, teaching learning and student support. She is now a private consultant, and a consultant and tutor for Dyslexia Action. Bonita Thomson is a consultant and practitioner in adult dyslexia. She has worked extensively in further and higher education.

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