A very practical SPELD NZ Recorded Online Webinar that includes children demonstrating recommended activities.

Research shows the earlier we identify and support children with dyslexia and other specific learning disabilities (SLD), the better the outcomes. So what are the first signs and what can we do to help? Webinar presenter Jenny Watt is a SPELD NZ trained primary teacher and pre-school music educator Jenny Watt. She brings a wealth of experience from over 35 years in the education sector. Also presenting is Lois Nunes, is a SPELD NZ Assessor and Teacher with more than 26 years of experience assessing and/or working with individuals with SLD.

"Every ECE and New Entrant teacher should see this! "
"The webinar was great and very insightful"

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand why children with dyslexia/SLD are increasingly falling through the cracks
  • Acquire expert guidance on early indicators of dyslexia/SLD
  • Discover evidence-based ways to boost oral language, phonological awareness and communication skills
  • Gain insights into activities hugely beneficial to early learning for children with dyslexia/SLD.

Ideal for

All early childhood and new entrant educators.  Also relevant to parents of preschool and new entrant students looking for more in-depth information on how to understand and support very young children with (or showing indications of) dyslexia/SLD.

Delivery method

A pre-recorded webinar of about 1.5 hours which includes a Q and A session at the end. Background notes and links to recommended resources are also provided.

Want to know more?

Contact: nationaloffice@speld.org.nz 
or call 0800 773 536 Ext 3

Cost

$50 incl GST

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