Dyslexia and learning style : a practitioner's handbook

Summary: Based on two style dimensions, wholistic-analytic and verbaliser-imager, this book looks at different methods of learning used by students with dyslexia. It suggests strategies to optimize learning based on learning style. It suggests practical ways to adapt material for use in school and higher education.

Record details

ISBN: 9780470511688 (pbk.)
Physical Description: print
322 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: West Sussex, England : John Wiley & Sons, c2008.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Different ways of seeing -- Different ways of learning -- The 3 "D's": dyslexia, definitions and diagnosis -- Dyslexia: curse or blessing? -- Strengths and talents -- Applying learning style theory to learning -- Wholistic approaches -- Analytical approaches -- Images and visualisation -- Verbal strategies -- Helping students to remember.