Dyslexia and Literacy

When you think about supporting a student with dyslexia, reading and spelling may come to mind first. But how does that student feel about learning? Do they recognise their strengths and feel confident asking for help?  October is Dyslexia Awareness Month, a good opportunity to consider both the learning and emotional needs of students with […]

Dyslexia is widely known as a specific learning difference that makes reading, spelling, and writing more challenging. The usual approach is to offer strategies and supports that help individuals navigate the world of literacy and school-based learning. However, sensory-motor difficulties can often be an underlying issue. Think of the developmental pyramid — a strong base

As October is Dyslexia Awareness Month, tutor on our Dyslexia CPD course, Georgie Cooney has written a blog on identification of and support strategies for dyslexic learners.  Georgie Cooney also runs Dystinction Education. Few experiences are more disheartening for a teacher than standing before a class and seeing several students struggle to learn, despite their

Ciaran Walsh completed 6 CPD courses with ICEP this year and is now starting his MA in Inclusive and Special Education.  Ciaran gave us an insight into his journey and decision to study further with us. Why I Chose a Dyslexia CPD Course This year, I completed several CPD courses with ICEP Europe, including a

A new dyslexia screening tool called Alpaca is being tested in Irish primary schools, and it could completely change how we identify and support children. Dr. Thérèse McPhillips, lead tutor on the Dyslexia and Literacy module at ICEP Europe has been working closely with Alpaca’s founder, Joe Fernandez, and his team over the past year. Together,