Learners with Disability and Dyslexia (LDD) Briefing Papers

It’s not just about dyslexia

Awareness of dyslexia and the needs of learners with dyslexia are relatively well established in the HE and FE sectors in England. There are some areas where support for learners with dyslexia is less well established, such as in offender learning and work-based learning, but overall dyslexia has a relatively high profile.

In contrast, other, related learning differences, such as dyscalculia and dyspraxia are less well known and less well understood. This briefing sheet will outline the key features of these learning differences, how they may affect adult learners, and where further information, training and resources are available for those engaged in supporting learners who are affected by them.

Read the LDD paper 1

Briefing paper for vocational teachers and Subject Learning Coaches, to support them in their work with disabled learners

This briefing paper is aimed at vocational teachers and Subject Learning Coaches, to support them in their work with disabled learners.

The intention is for the paper to act as a signpost. It does not go into detail but rather offers websites/resources practitioners can access to inform their thinking.

Read the  LDD paper 2

LDD trainers

This is a briefing paper for LSIS trainers who deliver training on disability related issues. It will bring trainers up to date with the national perspective.

Its specific focus is education however it also gives information on broader topics that affect the lives of people with disabilities.

The intention is for this paper to act as a signpost. It does not go into detail but does offer websites to visit for further clarity.

Read the  LDD paper 3

Case Study

Read more about working with LDD in the  Case study...