Dyslexia in the Workplace by Diana Bartlett
This text is designed for both dyslexic adults and for professionals concerned with helping them, for example psychologists, tutors, therapists, researchers, disability advisors and welfare officers. It also offers advice to employers on how to help dyslexic staff. The book covers the nature of dyslexic difficulties and their effects, both practical and emotional. Dyspraxic difficulties are also discussed. Assessment tests are described and reviewed and research is summarized. Detailed advice is given on tackling the difficulties; topics covered include work organization and effective work methods, reading and writing for work purposes, memory skills, oral presentation and interation, and dealing with the emotions associated with dyslexia. Finally, guidance is given on the Disability Discrimination Act and sources of information and help are listed. Throughout the book, there are numerous case studies designed to capture the immediate experiences of dyslexic people at work.| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781861561725 |
| ISBN 10 | 1861561725 |
| Title | Dyslexia in the Workplace |
| Author | Diana Bartlett |
| Series | Dyslexia Series Ser |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | John Wiley and Sons Ltd |
| Year published | 2000-08-01 |
| Number of pages | 180 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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