Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus Training 2015/2016 L. Hamilton Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus Starter: Discussion What do you know about dyslexia? Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus 1. What is Dyslexia? Here at Bishop Justus we believe that dyslexia is a learning difference; something to be celebrated and when supported effectively, dyslexia is not a barrier to achievement. Every Learner Achieves See the Rose Review for a full definition

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus Every Learner Achieves See the Rose Review for a full definition “Dyslexia is a learning difficulty that primarily affects the skills involved in accurate and fluent word reading and spelling. Characteristics features of dyslexia are difficulties in phonological awareness, verbal memory and verbal processing speed. Dyslexia occurs across a range of intellectual abilities. It is best thought of as a continuum, not a distinct category, and there are no clear cut off points. Co-occurring difficulties may be seen in aspects of language, motor co-ordination, mental calculation, concentration and personal organisation but these are not by themselves, markers of dyslexia.” (Rose, 2009)

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus 1. What is Dyslexia? We are ‘Dyslexia Friendly’! Bishop Justus is the only BDA recognised Dyslexia Friendly School in Bromley. We are inspected every three years to ensure we are still ‘dyslexia friendly’ so it is essential we maintain dyslexia friendly practice. We are due to be inspected next year… Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus 1. What is Dyslexia? Who is Dyslexic? Approximately 15% of the population carry the genetic background which makes them predisposed to SpLDs. Typically we see 4% with very serious issues and 6- 8% with mild to moderate. This makes up 5-6 students per class of 30. Dyslexia alone affects 1 in 10 people making 3 in a class of 30. This is reflective in our school community. Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus 1. What is Dyslexia? What is Co-occurrence: There is an overlap of the Specific Learning Difficulties. If a student has one, they are likely to have traits of another. Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus 2. What can we do? a)Identify as early as possible b)Recognise that the student learns differently (VAK Model) c)Differentiate and adjust teaching methods and styles d)Teach and develop coping strategies e)Build self-esteem Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus 2. What can we do? a) Identify: Look out for... Inaccurate reading Poor spelling Confusion of place, time and date Difficulty remembering maths, tables and formulae Requesting instructions to be repeated Struggle saying long words Trouble planning work and writing essays Slow writing speed Low self-esteem Poor memory Poor organisation Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus 2. What can we do? a) Identify: Look out for... What does a dyslexic learner find difficult about writing? Sequencing Spelling Vocabulary Working memory Frustration Proof of difficulty Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus 2. What can we do? b) Recognise : What can we do to help with writing? 4Ps Handwriting Practice Prompt Cards Different ways of communicating Discuss the purpose (esp boys) Chunking Tasks Encourage Proof Reading Positive marking Teach how to note take – leave out some words, symbols, codes, highlighter Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Every Learner Bishop Justus b) Recognise : What can we do to help with writing? Does it need to be written in paragraphs? Every Learner Achieves

Use the 5 senses Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus Sentence Starters... Question Words: Who? What? When? Where? Why? How? Different words for common words such as said Connectives Generating adjectives Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus b) Recognise : What can we do to help with writing? Proof Reading Capital letters Order, organisation, omissions Punctuation Spelling Personal check lists Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus 2. What can we do? a) Identify: Look out for... What does a dyslexic learner find difficult about reading? Poor information processing Poor phonic skills Poor visual memory Sequencing Irlen Syndrome Trouble decoding Slow reading speed and lack of fluency Motivation Linking information Knowing what is relevant Comprehension Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus 2. What can we do? b) Recognise: What can we do to help with reading? Small group reading Multisensory reading Review of phonics Quick feedback to improve accuracy (too many corrections = text is too difficult) Decoding – breaking words down and sounding out the different parts Encourage the spotting of patterns Keep summarising – reading is only effective when they understand the content Find something they are interested in Reading at home – get parents on board Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus c) Differentiate: Multisensory Practice for reading Auditory – repeat the words, listen to the sounds, identify the sound and the position Visual – look at the shape of the words (use reading rulers if necessary) Kinaesthetic – cursive script helps with the pattern of the word, play sound and movement games – natural rhythm helps with reading and writing Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus c) Differentiate: Dyslexia Friendly Classrooms Seating plans and learning buddies Speak slightly slower and repeat using same language Key words on display Useful displays Reading rulers Coloured paper Dyslexia friendly ppts and resources 24+ font Sans serif fonts Coloured backgrounds Supporting visuals No underlining or capitals or italics (use bold) Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus c) Differentiate: TA Support Check learners understand the task and can repeat it back to you, if not discuss and write down on a post it note to remind Check accuracy of work and correct mistakes in a supportive way Provide spellings of key words and encourage the use of word bank books Provide sentence starters on a white board and allow for a ‘way in’ to the work Support, encourage, motivate and praise Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus Useful Resources: Barrington Stoke Books Coloured rulers and overlays Coloured pens/post it notes/highlighters Countdown Timers/Reminders/Check Lists Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus d) Coping Strategies Personal: Sleep Water Diet Supportive family Self Belief Motivation Academic: Achievable goals Chunking Short tasks Lists Note taking Rest breaks Over-learning Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus e) Self Esteem: It’s not all bad! 33% of students with learning difficulties are gifted (Baum 1995) Strengths: Creativity Problem solvers Global thinkers Good verbal communication Motivated and persistent Use these strengths to support learning in areas of difficulty. Celebrate dyslexia and the gifts that it brings! Every Learner Achieves

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus Every Learner Achieves Dyslexia Learning Walks

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus Every Learner Achieves Final Tips: 1.Be aware 2.Be supportive 3.Be accommodating

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus Every Learner Achieves Dyslexia is hereditary… parents need supporting too! Final Thought: Dyslexia Friendly Teaching is.. SEN Friendly Teaching which is... Quality First Teaching

Miss L. Hamilton Bishop Justus Are there any questions? Every Learner Achieves