North Kildare Dyslexia Association

North Kildare Dyslexia Association . Information

The North Kildare Dyslexia Association is run to help children diagnosed with specific learning difficulties, otherwise known as Dyslexia.

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Dyslexia manifests itself differently in each child and is as unique to each child as their own fingerprint. What one child will find easy to cope with, another will struggle with! We cater to each child’s individual difficulties within a group setting. In as much as we can, we offer individualised care and attention and endeavour to keep the group sizes as small as economically viable. Each of th

e tutors has been trained specifically to deal with students struggling with dyslexia. Unlike other programmes which class themselves as similar to ours, we are affiliated to the Dyslexia Association of Ireland (DAI). We are also staffed with qualified teachers who have undertaken the necessary training at the DAI to acquire the experience needed to deal with children struggling with dyslexia. As some of you may have realised by now, in trying to help your child at home, Dyslexia is not an easy disability to diagnose or remedy. There are no quick fixes and at times it does appear it is one step forward and two steps back. Due to the dedication of the teaching staff and the educational programme put in place, which we have fine-tuned over the last number of years, all children will have measurable success. Topics taught: During your childs time here they will be taught under the following headings;
Spellings,
Reading & Comprehension,
Writing,
Computer Technology,
Mind Maps,
Memory Techniques. Spellings:
Phonics; Phonetics; Word Endings; Applying context to words and putting those words into sentences; learning spelling techniques to increase sight vocabulary list. Reading and Comprehension:
Developing fluency in reading. Developing proper intonation/ inflection for prose and recognising punctuation and applying that in reading tone. Developing dictionary skills to improve vocabulary. Teaching techniques to improve comprehension of passages read. Writing:
Tracking and highlighting; Closed exercises, creative writing (start-middle-finish); how to answer comprehension questions. Senior Group:
Computer Skills; Lexion and Wordshark programmes. Touch typing skills. Creative writing on computer. Mind mapping and memory techniques. Advanced Group (secondary pupils):
Sample Junior Cert past papers (English)
Parents of Children attending:
We also cater for the needs of parents. As parents of children with difficulties, we can find it at times frustrating, at times exasperating and at times entertaining. Children with dyslexia show remarkable abilities in other areas, and it is these areas we as parents should highlight and encourage in our children. Parents who have children diagnosed a number of years are a great source of information and knowledge and all parents are encouraged to come along to the coffee afternoons where you can mix and chat, sharing information and support. Our Committee:
We also have an active committee and every parent is required to help out in the fundraising efforts of the workshop. We have been successful in the past few years only because of the dedication and input of the parents of this workshop and we hope this continues. Every cent earned is ploughed back into the workshop, into resources, technology or grants to those most in need. Times:
On Wednesdays during the academic year, from 4.30pm – 6.30pm. at Scoil Dara, Secondary School in Kilcock. For further information contact:
Kilcock Workshop: Workshop Co-ordinator: Workshop Chairperson
Martina Stokes
Tel: 01 628 8443 OR 087 912 1454 Joanne
Mobile: 087 7706097

DAI Head Office: Dyslexia Association of Ireland
5th Floor, Block B, Joyce’s Court, Talbot Street, Dublin 1
Tel: 01 877 60 01 Email: [email protected] Website: www.dyslexia.ie

02/01/2020

Tutoring/ Subbing in the Kildare North Workshop for the upcoming term in Maynooth. Send PM or an email to the below address to this account if your a qualified teacher and interested.

18/01/2019
19/10/2017
02/08/2017

A little video worth having a listen with the kids

28/06/2017

1. Reversing letters like b and d

Some suggestions for summer reading! Not long now until those long summer evenings and the "I'm bored" days hit! Let's b...
10/05/2017

Some suggestions for summer reading!
Not long now until those long summer evenings and the "I'm bored" days hit! Let's be prepared!!

List of the best books for dyslexic kids to read from a internationally renowned expert in Dyslexia, Dr. Sally Shaywitz.

08/09/2016

What a great turnout at our meeting last night. Some new faces and some not so new. a big thanks to all who attended.

Unfortunately one of the announcements I had to make was that after 17 years of steering this ship Martina Stokes informed me in July that she was resigning at the end of this term. Martina is taking up a new challenge and felt that it was the right time for a change.
We wish her all the best in the future and a big thanks from the bottom of our hearts for all the help and support she has give to us all.
One in a million!

On a more positive note Michelle, who has been teaching at the workshop has agreed to take over as coordinator so all are still in good hands.

06/09/2016

Information meeting for ALL parents on Wednesday 7 September at 7.30 in Maynooth Post Primary School. New parents see our map for directions.
This is a MUST attend meeting.

AT Courses Summer 2016 AugustDear Student, Parent, Teacher, or Educational Professional,The Assistive Technology Centre,...
03/08/2016

AT Courses Summer 2016 August
Dear Student, Parent, Teacher, or Educational Professional,
The Assistive Technology Centre, Disability Services, University of Limerick will host their summer Assistive Technology training courses in August 2016. See the below schedule for the training courses.
During these training days attendees will receive hands on training and experience using these assistive technology software programs. Attendees will be trained on all the relevant features of these software programs, given hands on exercises to complete and on how to employ these technologies in a student’s education, in the classroom or at home.
All courses will run from 9.30am to 4.30pm, and will take place on the University’s Campus. Attendee’s may bring their own hardware (laptop/IPad) and software or can utilise the University’s latest assistive technologies.
Attendees will benefit from the experienced assistive technology trainers, previous students experiences and stories, along with unbiased views of the pros and cons of each software feature.
NOTE:
Prices for these courses are €50 per person, group discounts are available.
Course dates are subject to minimum of 5 attendees to run as scheduled with a maximum of 12 people per day.
Pre booking for courses is essential.
Please note these courses are full day IT & AT training courses, students under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please email [email protected] or [email protected] to make a reservation. Certificates of completion available on request.
Assistive Technology Course Schedule

o Tuesday 9th August - TEXTHELP READ AND WRITE GOLD V11
o Wednesday 10th August - VOICE RECOGNITION
o Thursday 11th August - DYSLEXIA IPAD’S AND APPS

o Tuesday 16th August - TEXTHELP READ AND WRITE GOLD V11
o Wednesday 17th August - MIND MAPPING
o Thursday 18th August - VOICE RECOGNITION

o Tuesday 23rd August - DYSLEXIA IPAD’S AND APPS

See below description of each course.

TextHelp Read and Write Gold – Literacy Support Software
The software has been designed to address some of the issues that people with literacy difficulties face on a daily basis, namely reading difficulties, writing difficulties, problems with spelling and general literacy support. This software has the potential to support students with specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dyspraxia and others. Some of the features that will be covered during the training sessions include, text to speech, dictionary support, creating mp3/audio files, visual aids and more. To get more information on this software and video testimonials and examples see the below links
• Introducing Read and Write Gold
o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUI6WX5-Mmo
• Read and Write at different levels of education
o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVaG7x_HY1w&list=UU50ySjJFHy9ZJltP6S0AlHg
• Missouri Assistive Technology Advisory Council - Students using Read&Write Gold
o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CNJzXyecv0&list=PLA213F0083025DF6B
Voice Recognition
Voice recognition is software which allows a user have their speech converted into text on screen. In addition the software has a range of voice commands that allows you to control your computer with your voice, starting programmes, browsing the web, sending emails etc. As a means of enabling control this is now a realistic option for those who have suitable speaking voices. These systems take time to "train" to recognise the speaker, but with practice it is possible to work at the speed of a good typist. More recently these systems have become much more affordable. This one day training session will be hands on, however, it is an introductory session, further training may be required. During this course attendees will get to utilise voice recognition on different devices and operating systems, such as Windows, Mac OS and IOS/IPad. Attendees will also be given the opportunity to compare free voice recognition software with professional voice recognition software.
• Student Demonstration of Voice recognition
o https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=lXHawlHLmtI
Inspiration Software – Mind Mapping Techniques
A mind map is a diagram used to visually display a concept or information. A mind map is often created around a single word or text, placed in the centre, to which associated ideas, words and concepts are added. Major categories radiate from a central topic, and lesser categories are sub-branches of larger branches. Categories can represent words, ideas, tasks, or other items related to a central key word or idea. Mind maps can be used to generate, visualize, structure, and classify ideas, and as an aid to studying and organizing information, solving problems, making decisions, and writing.
A Mind Map is a visual thinking tool that can be applied to all cognitive functions, especially memory, learning, creativity and analysis.
o http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=wLWV0XN7K1g
o http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlabrWv25qQ&feature=player_detailpage
o http://www.juniorcertmindmaps.com/site/index.php?/index.html
IPads & apps for Dyslexia
Attendees will get hands on experience using their own IPad or can avail of the use of a University IPad for the day. During this course attendees will learn to use all the features and gestures of the IPad as well as all the accessibility features available to support students with learning difficulties. Attendees will also get demonstrations and examples of best practice use of the IPad in an educational setting. Attendees will also get hands on demonstrations of the most commonly used apps for education as well as the most applicable apps for students with Dyslexia and other learning difficulties.

NOTE:
Prices for these courses are €50 per person, group discounts are available.
Course dates are subject to minimum of 5 attendees to run as scheduled with a maximum of 12 people per day.
Pre booking for courses is essential.
Please note these courses are full day IT & AT training courses, students under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please email [email protected] or [email protected] to make a reservation.
Certificates of completion available on request.

This short video reviews those tools on the Read&Write 11 Gold Reading Toolbar. From how to get your material ready to be read to using the Daisy Reader, thi...

26/06/2016

Our new term starts back in September. If you are interested in your child attending our workshop for 2016/17 you need to contact before 31 July. For existing members you need to have your confirmation into us and your deposit paid by 31 July.
Enjoy the summer (whenever it arrives!!)

30/05/2016

‪ #‎AFairRaceFor2017‬ - Leaving Cert students with learning difficulties should not have to go to court to be treated fairly. I am calling on the Dept of Education to ensure that the Class of 17 and all future leaving cert classes have their reasonable accommodations for exams sorted in a fair, trans...

27/05/2016

More than 80 students with dyslexia or other learning disabilities are to get ‘reader’ help or other special accommodation for the Leaving Certificate exams following a review of the refusals of 400 applications for assistance.

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Maynooth Post Primary School, Moyglare Road
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