Assessment for Dyslexia and Learning Differences

Gavin Reid is an international consultant and psychologist with consultancies in Canada, UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia and Australasia. He lives in Edinburgh, UK and Vancouver, Canada.Jennie Guise is a Practitioner Psychologist with extensive experience of assessing for dyslexia and other Specific Learning Difficulties. She lives in Edinburgh, UK and also works in Europe and the Middle East.

• 1. What is Dyslexia?. 2. Being Dyslexic. 3. The Purpose of an Assessment. 4. The Assessment Process. 5. Assessment and Impact on Learning. 6. Strategies and Resources. 7. Assessment: Summary.

A treasure trove of information and support. It translates the galaxy of confusing terminology into understanding, helps identifythe unique strengths and challenges of each learner, highlights the vital role of parents and teachers in the profiling process, offers vital support strategies and explains the nitty gritty detail of assessments in layman's terms.A 'must have' for anyone dealing with dyslexia and learning differences.