What is Dyslexia? A Basic Definition

dyslexia \dys*lex"i*a\ (d[i^]s*l[e^]ks"[-e]*[.a]) n.
   Any of various reading disorders caused by a damaged or
   congenitally faulty structure within the central nervous
   system, and causing an impairment of the ability to interpret
   spatial relationships or to integrate auditory and visual
   information. A common example is when letter sequences are
   interpreted as inverted in order, as in bat/tab. --RHUD
   [PJC]

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Off-site Dyslexia Links, User Submitted

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Fri Jul 4

• Understanding Dyslexia - Definition, Characteristic s, and Diagnosis of Dyslexia
• Accredited life experience degree
• onthejob.pdf (application/p df Object)
• On the Job - Learning Disabilities Association of America
• How to file a complaint under the ADA
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• Dyslexia the Gift. Information and Resources for Dyslexia

Thu Jul 3

• New dyslexia theory blames 'noise': (tags: dyslexia)
• WordQ for Dylexia: WordQ for dyslexic student is a software application that works with e-mail, word processors, the Web, ect. It predicts what word you are trying to type and reads it back to you. It motivates dyslexic students to write and eliminates frustration.
• The International Dyslexia Association Promoting literacy through research, education and advocacy: Dislexia support for teachers and students
• Supporting pupils with dyslexia in mainstream classrooms: advice on supporting pupils with dyslexia in schools
• A Framework for Understanding Dyslexia: information and strategies about dyslexia
• Dore learning centre: information and strategies on a range of special needs including dyslexia, dyspraxia, autism and ADHD. They also work with top sports stars to improve their concentration and reactions
• Dyslexia Action: home page for dyslexia action
• Dyslexia: Channel 4 microsite on dyslexia
• The British Dyslexia Association: home page for the BDA
• Intute Gateway - Dyslexia Links: Over 50 different website links relating to dyslexia, provided by the Intute subject gateway.
• The British Dyslexia Association - Home: Home page of the Birtish Dyslexia Association.
• Study Skills for Students with Dyslexia: This interactive, audio-visual study skills guide will help you with academic writing, reading and referencing.
• Dyslexia College - Dyslexia University - dyslexic student - Information and Resources for Dyslexia: Helpful study advice and strategies, including news items and information about dyslexia.

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