What is dyslexia and hown is it assessed in adults? What is themost appropriate training for those who work with dyslexic people? This comprehensive guide is for professionals working with adultswith dyslexia in the learning and working environment. It usespractical definitions and offers advice that can be understood byprofessionals and employers with little or no previousunderstanding of dyslexia. Dyslexia in Adults: Education and Employment covers key aspects oflearning in adults with dyslexia, including individual profiles,strengths and difficulties, the role of the tutor, course design,assessment and method of teaching, as well as providing a number ofsupport strategies. Case studies highlights the needs of employersand dyslexic adults in the workplace and give examples of goodpractice. An invaluable text for teachers and practitioners in the field ofdyslexia, adults with dyslexia, employers, and educational andoccupational psychologists. "Adult dyslexics have long been misunderstood. Their considerabletalents have often been unrecognized and unrealized. Fortunatelyall this is changing. With the help of this new book by Gavin Reidand Jane Kirk many will come to see that dealing with difficultiesmust be balanced by understanding talents." Thomas G. West,Visualisation Research Institute, US National Dyslexia ResearcFoundation, and author of In the Mind's Eye "This book provides factual information for educators, employersand dyslexia adults themselves. The authors tell the truth aboutthe depressing effects of unacknowledged dyslexia, challenging eachof us to think in a different way. They send out a clear, strongmessage: listen to dyslexic people." Joanne Rule, Chief Executive,British Dyslexia Association "In my opinion this authoritative and well-researched accountshould be recommended reading for anyone giving vocational guidanceto clients with dyslexia or helping them deal with employment ortraining." Tim Edmonds of the Employment Service

Dyslexia In Adults: A Practical Guide for Working and Learning

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Reid, Gavin

Kirk, Jane

Mental Health

wiley

“Retired Broke-How to Fix Your Retirement” will help you find ways to pay for your retirement when you have little or no money saved. Do you wish to know the secrets to experiencing a happy carefree retirement? Creative solutions help you overcome any obstacles on your path to a lively retirement. This book will show you: • How to use assets you may already have to generate much needed retirement income. • Ways to take control of your healthcare costs being your own advocate using easy to follow tips. • Several out-of-the-box ideas to accomplish the travel you desire. • How to set goals for your retirement and make a plan to achieve them easily. • Tips to save money on Insurance, entertainment, transportation, food, and much more. Easy to read; it’s jammed packed with ideas to solve your underfunded retirement. “Retired Broke-How to Fix Your Retirement” will reassure you that you can live your life without a million dollar nest egg or any nest egg for that matter.

Retired Broke: How to Fix Your Retirement

Business & Money

Kirk, Randy

Personal Finance

Frugal Frog Enterprises, LLC

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