Russell Van Brocklen

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Dyslexia Strategies: Courtney’s Study Blueprint

Introduction: Navigating College with Dyslexia Courtney, a 19-year-old sophomore, reflects on her college life and academic achievements while managing dyslexia. Despite challenges, her GPA of 3.5 is a testament to her effort, strategy, and resilience. Step One: Charting the Terrain After the holidays, Courtney starts by familiarizing herself with her new books. Given her dyslexia, […]

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Empowering Dyslexic Students: A Detailed Three-Step Approach for Parents

Introduction Finding the right support for children with dyslexia is a critical and often challenging task for parents. To effectively aid their child’s learning journey, it’s essential to understand and implement strategies that resonate with the unique learning styles of dyslexic students. This comprehensive guide presents a three-step approach, emphasizing the importance of tailoring educational

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Empowering Dyslexic Learners: Nurturing Success and Inclusion

Understanding Dyslexia and School Avoidance The reluctance of children, especially those with dyslexia, to attend school can stem from various causes like social challenges, learning difficulties, and anxiety. Recognizing these factors is key to addressing school avoidance effectively. The Critical Role of Parents and Educators Parents and educators play a pivotal role in identifying and

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Graphic Novels & AI: Dyslexia Learning Tools

Introduction: Embracing Graphic Novels in Dyslexia Education Reading comprehension is a crucial skill, yet it poses significant challenges for students with dyslexia. Traditional methods often fall short, but integrating graphics with text offers a promising solution. This approach not only aids in encoding information but also enhances the retention and understanding of story elements. By

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A Path to Empowering Success

A New View on Dyslexia Dyslexia is often misunderstood, but as an expert at DyslexiaClasses.com, I’ve learned it’s about embracing unique strengths, not just overcoming challenges. Affecting 1 in 5 children, dyslexia isn’t about intelligence. It’s a gap between potential and achievement, affecting boys and girls equally, challenging reading and spelling. The Struggles and Skills

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The Strengths of Dyslexia in the Remote Environment

Embracing Remote Work Flexibility Remote work can be a game changer for those with dyslexia. It allows them to create a work environment that plays to their strengths. By understanding their unique needs, they can turn challenges into opportunities. Communication: Voice Over Text People with dyslexia often find speaking easier than writing. In remote work,

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Effective Storytelling: Tips for Writers

What is Storytelling? Storytelling is like painting a picture with words. It can take readers to new places. But to do it well, writers need to learn some tricks. Choosing the Right Words Telling a good story isn’t just about the plot. The words you choose are important. Think of action words that fit your

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Symptoms and Solutions for Your Dyslexic Child

As parents, educators, and allies of children with dyslexia, understanding dyslexia is crucial. More than just a reading disorder, dyslexia can cause a distinct way of processing information. Dyslexia Beyond Reading Difficulties One symptom often overlooked is the rapid, unorganized generation of ideas. Many children with dyslexia have areas of deep interest and passion. Yet,

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