Learning Ally Blog: Access and Achievement

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Now more than ever, people with learning and visual disabilities are flourishing in the classroom, launching productive careers and becoming assets in their communities. This blog spotlights remarkable individuals who demonstrate that having a visual or print disability is no barrier to educational success.


A Symbol for Dyslexia that Gives Back
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November 18, 2016 by User

"Instead of trying to define dyslexia, I turned back to the commonplace myth that it is only reading backwards ... Read More about A Symbol for Dyslexia that Gives Back

Stuck in the Maze: An 8th Grader's Dyslexia Plea

November 14, 2016 by User

Guest blog by Victoria, Junior High Student in Texas, Miss Teen America contestant, Learning Ally member In her own words ... I ... Read More about Stuck in the Maze: An 8th Grader's Dyslexia Plea

Eagle Scout Inspired by Max Brooks' Speech at Dyslexia Conference
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November 3, 2016 by User

"Everybody has a part to play. Everybody can do something." ~ Max Brooks, author World War Z Those are the ... Read More about Eagle Scout Inspired by Max Brooks' Speech at Dyslexia Conference

Dyslexia Tutor Spotlight: From Educator to Teacher-Trainer, Janice Kohler
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October 24, 2016 by User

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! To honor the occasion, we interviewed Janice Kohler who is the Director of Professional Development ... Read More about Dyslexia Tutor Spotlight: From Educator to Teacher-Trainer, Janice Kohler

Educator Turned Dyslexia Advocate: Interview with Barbara Steinberg
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October 24, 2016 by User

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! To honor the occasion, we interviewed Barbara Steinberg who is a Dyslexia and Educational Consultant and ... Read More about Educator Turned Dyslexia Advocate: Interview with Barbara Steinberg