Overcoming Dyslexia

University of Urbino via Coursera

Overview

Explore the transformative journey through dyslexia in our comprehensive course, "Overcoming Dyslexia," offered by the prestigious University of Urbino on Coursera. Delve into a sea of knowledge presented by Dr. Sally Shaywitz, the Audrey G. Ratner Professor in Learning Development and a pioneering researcher and advocate in the field of dyslexia. Embrace an opportunity to understand dyslexia from every angle—beginning with the basics of reading and the complexity of dyslexia, guided by the latest 21st-century federal definitions.

Designed for individuals with dyslexia, parents, teachers, and educators, this course illuminates the path to recognizing, understanding, and supporting dyslexia. Discover the commonality of this condition, affecting 20% of the population globally, transcending gender and geographical limits. Learn the vital signs that may indicate dyslexia, understand the best timing and methods for screening, and explore effective interventions to aid those with dyslexia.

Address widespread concerns about slow reading and its impact on future happiness, by unveiling the brain's role in dyslexia and the remarkable strengths that accompany this challenge, including exceptional big-picture thinking and rapid reasoning abilities. Dyslexia presents a paradoxical profile: slow in reading yet fast in thinking, unveiling a unique profile of cognitive skills.

This course also tackles essential topics such as selecting the ideal educational environment, understanding accommodations, and managing co-occurring conditions like ADHD and anxiety. Through engaging lessons, you'll meet inspiring individuals who have thrived despite dyslexia and share their invaluable perspectives—from governors and cardiac surgeons to attorneys, basketball coaches, and economists.

Categories: Dyslexia Courses, Reading Courses. Dive into "Overcoming Dyslexia" and embark on a journey to empower and enlighten, bringing light to the powerful knowledge that can make a difference for those living with dyslexia. Enroll now on Coursera and be part of the change.