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A bit about the Network's work, from our event in June vimeo.com/884339038

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This was quite an interesting survey to complete! It did unexpectedly switch to German language in the numerical task section but I've contacted the owner about this glitch and am sure it will be resolved.
How does neurodiversity shape our use of digital tech? Join a UK and Germany university study comparing chatbot experiences of adults with & without dyslexia or ADHD. Find out more and participate here: bit.ly/42ATeab #Neurodiversity #ADHD #Dyslexia #Research #Chatbots
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How does neurodiversity shape our use of digital tech? Join a UK and Germany university study comparing chatbot experiences of adults with & without dyslexia or ADHD. Find out more and participate here: bit.ly/42ATeab #Neurodiversity #ADHD #Dyslexia #Research #Chatbots
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The new Definition of Dyslexia has been released! #DyslexiaCon2025
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A free film, and an extra hour of time this weekend! What's not to like?!
Left Behind is the inspiring story about the first public dyslexic school in New York City. There is a special worldwide, free virtual screening of the film at the end of this month from Friday, October 24-Monday, November 11 on Kinema. 🎥 kinema.com/events/Left-Behin…
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Last chance to book your place! Our four-day virtual training event starts Monday 27th October. Designed for teachers and education professionals who want to strengthen their practice in supporting dyslexic and neurodiverse learners. Book you place here: loom.ly/4rO4Mac #Dyslexia #Teachers #SEN #SEND #DyslexiaSupport #Educators
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As lots of new and returning students get into the swing of studies this week and next, next week's Awareness campaign is very timely. @univofstandrews will be on the case for sure, thru colleagues in Student Support.
How are you preparing for Dyslexia Awareness Week Scotland? Check out all the amazing resources we're adding to the webpage this week. dyslexiascotland.org.uk/dysl…
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Here's a snapshot of what SLDN/members have done and delivered since launch. Click for an overview of the events, papers, connections and contributions. We're also keen to hear how we could add value to the activities, projects or ideas of others in the coming year or so.
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Look who’s our keynote speaker at our Education Conference! We’re thrilled to announce @HamzaYassin3 will close the day with an inspirational talk. Bookings now open. dyslexiascotland.org.uk/news…
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There’s still time to join our virtual one-day course! Whether you're a parent, teacher, or professional, this is your chance to deepen your understanding of dyslexia, discover practical and inclusive teaching strategies, and learn how to offer support at home. 📅 Wednesday 11th June 2025 | 🕤 9:30am – 3:30pm | 💻 Online Secure your place now: bit.ly/43tUQn4 #InclusiveEducation #TeachingStrategies #ParentingTips #OnlineLearning #DyslexiaSupport
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Maybe too late for #NationalNumeracyDay but if there's someone out there fits the bill could be possible contact for future #dyscalculia press stories.
Can you help? Drop us an email to info@dyscalculianetwork.com if you can! #Dyscalculia #mathsdifficulties
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TES has published an overview of conclusions from SLDN's cross-sectoral 'Research into practice' event. It links to @silParacchini 's longer report on our webpage. tinyurl.com/5m7kffd9
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Deserved 'horn toot' to SLDN's co-chair Prof Silvia Paracchini @silParacchini on her forthcoming inaugural lecture in St Andrews, which is open to the public:
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Good feedback and interesting next steps from @cwilliams_edu of @AlexParkRS a speaker at our recent 'Translating research into Practice' event:
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Sounds like a great idea, and potentially useful for all learners, not just people with dyslexia.
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The head of Dyslexia Scotland's first hope for a refreshed Literacy curriculum is.... audiobooks. 🤔
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The head of Dyslexia Scotland's first hope for a refreshed Literacy curriculum is.... audiobooks. 🤔
In our latest guest blog Cathy Magee of @DyslexiaScotlan shares her hopes for a refreshed Literacy and English curriculum. Read on LinkedIn 👉ow.ly/5AvC50VpzXf Read via our Curriculum Improvement Cycle blog 👉ow.ly/cxzw50VpzXe
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HUGELY useful and insightful day 5 Mar with colleagues from all corners of the SLD and ed-tech sectors working on how to engage, connect, share and optimise what we're all working on. Let's keep these interactions going, build cohesion, and help shape policy.
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'What do toddlers really know?' Sounds like a great PhD topic opening at Ulster Uni. We would LOVE to know!
Come and do a #phd with me! I’m nice and supportive - promise!!!
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For #BrainAwarenessWeek, Dr Rebecca Gordon talks to us about #dyslexia and how the brain processes written language. buff.ly/Gp9GvEF #UCLBrainSciences @IOE_London
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