Learning and teaching for dyslexic pupils Areas of need set out in the SEN code of practice Learning and teaching for dyslexic pupils

Learning outcomes You will: understand current definitions of dyslexia know some of the barriers to learning for dyslexic pupils be able to recognise when to modify learning objectives for dyslexic pupils know some access strategies, teaching styles and approaches for dyslexic pupils, and become familiar with some of the ICT that can support dyslexic pupils.

Learning outcomes Activity 1 You will: understand current definitions of dyslexia, and be aware of some of the barriers to learning experienced by dyslexic learners.

Talents and abilities that often accompany dyslexia Lateral thinking and imaginative problem-solving Good spatial awareness and visualising skills. 4

When things go wrong “I hide my work. Sometimes I wish I could hide myself away forever” Pupil with dyslexia 5

Building self-confidence Use specific praise Praise ideas, content and effort Value pupil’s work and make sure that the pupil and their peers do too Notice and use pupil’s strengths Avoid exposing pupil’s weaknesses in front of their peers Make sure the whole class understands what is dyslexia and is aware of famous dyslexic role models. 6

Learning outcome Activity 2 You will consider ways in which you can recognise pupils likely to be on the dyslexic continuum.

Identifying dyslexia and assessing learning needs National curriculum assessment profiles Achievement of curricular targets, particular difficulties with class or group curricular targets involving spelling, sequencing skills or rote recall Day-to-day assessment in class Written work Screening for difficulties in phonological awareness Checklists. 8

Learning outcomes Activity 3 You will: consider when to modify learning objectives for dyslexic learners, and become familiar with some of the teaching approaches and access strategies that are appropriate for dyslexic learners. 9

Waves of intervention Wave 3 Additional highly personalised interventions Wave 2 Additional interventions to enable pupils to work at age-related expectations or above Wave 1 Inclusive, quality first teaching for all 10

A dyslexia-friendly classroom 11

Visual timetable 12

Display of pupils’ work Slide 1.19 13

Science words Slide 1.20 14

ICT prompts 15

English work 16

Using mind maps 17

Assessing learning: traffic lights 18

Desktop prompts 19

Pupil’s workplace, with table wedge 20

Rainbow alphabet 21

Using the alphabet 22

Work display and bookshelves 23

Learning outcome Activity 4 You will consider some teaching styles and approaches appropriate for dyslexic learners. 24

Learning outcome Activity 5 You will become familiar with some of the ICT that supports dyslexic pupils. 25

Presenting written information Printed information might look like this to dyslexic learners Click on the text box on the left to activate the animation see the animation. 26

Learning outcomes Activity 6 You will: consolidate your learning about dyslexia by looking at examples of appropriately differentiated lessons, and identify key points of action for yourself. 27