Yes, the good old emoji.
They’re not only a good way of illustrating your text messages without using words that may or may not be spelt right, they can also give you a good hint on whether you are using the right word. One example is putting “over hear” but meaning “over here”: if you end up with the ear emoji in your phone emoji suggestions you know you’ve put the wrong version of “here” in.
“On my first driving lesson and I was turning a corner and BANG a cyclist hits me, My instructor told me, you need to be aware that the car pillar is a blind spot. That has always been with me”
Jock Boyle left school with no qualifications and label as slow. Having spent most of his adult life as a lorry driver his brain worked away in the background,
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In this podcast episode, Kait Feriante debunks the misconception that people with dyslexia can’t learn to read or write. Kait, who grew up in Albania and traveled globally, discovered that diverse educational models highlight that learning methods should be tailored to individual needs, especially for neurodiverse students. She emphasizes the necessity for teachers to have a broad educational toolbox to address each student’s unique situation. Kait’s experiences as a teacher revealed the disparity in educational support due to socio-economic differences. To combat this, she co-founded Redwood Literacy, which offers evidence-based reading interventions. Their 50/50 model ensures that 50% of their services fund free education for 50% of their students. As of January 2021, Redwood serves 290 students, with 160 receiving free services. Key topics include learning with dyslexia, individualized education, and challenges in accessing quality support based on socio-economic status.
