New Handwriting Spotlights – A 2-part series by the National Handwriting Association

We are delighted to bring you two new courses in January. 
Many dyslexic learners struggle with handwriting, and this can have a number of negative impacts on learning. Finding out about the skills involved in handwriting, why some learners struggle, what research tells us about handwriting, and how to support learners with handwriting difficulties at home or in the classroom, is extremely valuable for both parents and education professionals.

The National Handwriting Association are experts in this field and we are delighted that they will come and share all their knowledge and expertise over these two new Spotlight Sessions with us in January.

The two spotlights, part 1 and part 2, are appropriate for parents and education professionals.
  • What does handwriting typically look like in children with dyslexia and how does this differ from the handwriting of neurotypical children
  • What does current research tell us about handwriting difficulties and support options
  • What role does weak spelling have on the impact of handwriting
  • Practical strategies and top tips for supporting handwriting both at home and in the classroom

Part 2 on 19 January will explore the wider implications of handwriting including: 

  • What does current research tell us about the wider implications of handwriting difficulties
  • What are the options for reasonable accommodations e.g. extra time/use of word processor
  • Practical strategies when handwriting difficulties persist into secondary school
  • What role do handwriting interventions have
  • When to consider touch typing

 

To find out more or make a booking please see our courses page. 

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More Support for Adults with Undiagnosed Dyslexia Needed – BBC News

Adults struggling with undiagnosed dyslexia are facing challenges, from the high cost of assessments to the difficulty of navigating word-heavy online resources.
Amanda Lightowler, Specialist Tutor for Children and Adults at Helen Arkell comments in today’s article on BBC News that many people seeking answers are deterred by costs. For those already grappling with literacy barriers, even finding reliable information online can feel like an impossible task.

Read the full article here.

At Helen Arkell, we offer a range of dyslexia assessments for adults and children. A dyslexia assessment will help someone understand their strengths, and why they may be experiencing difficulties in their learning or day-to-day life.

For enquiries about all types of assessments including adult assessments, please see our dyslexia assessments page here.

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