The dyslexic adult : interventions and outcomes : an evidence based approach / David McLoughlin, Carol Leather.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

McLoughlin, David, 1948- author.

Leather, Carol, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Dyslexia.

Dyslexics.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (338 pages)

Edition:

Second edition.

Place of Publication:

Hoboken : BPS Blackwell, 2013.

Summary:

A definitive and evidence-based guide for psychologists, teachers, coaches, HR personnel and all professionals who must understand and work with dyslexic adults.The only book to look at dyslexia within the context of life span developmental psychology, including the factors that contribute to success - now fully revised and updatedCombines an accessible style with a strong focus on evidence-based practice and a sound theoretical model on which to base assessment, counselling, teaching and trainingProvides a clear guide to the kinds of assessment that can be conducted

Contents:

Intro

The Dyslexic Adult

Contents

Preface to the Second Edition

Preface to the First Edition

Acknowledgements

Prologue

1. Dyslexia in the Adult Years

Introduction

History

Terminology

Defining Dyslexia

Evidence-based Practice

The Nature of Dyslexia: Behavioural Characteristics

Observable Behavioural Characteristics

Affective Characteristics

Positive Characteristics

Behavioural Characteristics: Empirical Evidence

Explaining Characteristics

Biology and Neurology

Cognition

Dyslexia: AWorking Memory Model

Explaining Positive Characteristics

Explaining Affective Characteristics

A Working Definition

Dyslexia and Other Syndromes

Dyspraxia

Dyscalculia

Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Asperger's Syndrome

Visual Stress

Degrees of Dyslexia

The Prevalence of Dyslexia

Summary

2. Interventions

Psychological Development in the Adult Years

Transitions

Successful Adjustment

Risk and Resilience

Learning in Adulthood

Types of Intervention

The Role of the Tutor/Coach

Key Skills

The Development of Metacognitive Skills

Skill Development, Compensation and Accommodation: An Integrated Framework for Development

Alternative Interventions

3. Identification and Assessment

Information Gathering

Interviews

Screening

Checklists

Computer-based Tests

LADS - Plus Version

StudyScan and QuickScan

Individually Administered Tests

York Adult Assessment Battery

Dyslexia Adult Screening Test (DAST)

Scholastic Abilities Test for Adults (SATA)

Formal Diagnosis

Testing Intelligence

WAIS-IV

Verbal Tests

Working Memory Tests

Perceptual Reasoning Tests

Processing Speed

The Global Composite - Full Scale IQ.

The Specific Composite - Index Scores

The Sub-test - Level WAIS-IV as an Ipsative Test

The Item Level and Task Cognitive Capacities

Abbreviated Scales

Tests for Teachers

Further Psychological Testing

Phonological Processing and Naming Speed

Memory Ability

Executive Functioning

Achievements in Literacy and Numeracy

Reading

Reading Levels

The Components of a Reading Assessment

Decoding

Comprehension

Listening Comprehension

Speed of Reading

The Assessment of Metacognition in Reading

The Assessment of Reading Skills and Information Technology

Writing and Spelling

Numeracy

Measuring Affective Characteristics

Self-Esteem

Anxiety

Re-assessment

Diagnosis and English as an Additional Language

Diagnosis and Other Syndromes

Dyspraxia/DCD

ADD/ADHD

Pretending to Have a Learning Difficulty

Feedback to Client

Report Writing

Appendix A: Sample Report

Appendix B: A Guide through the Maze of Assessments

4. Counselling

Aims of Counselling

Issues in Counselling Dyslexic People

Approaches to Counselling

Couple Counselling

Referring On

5. Personal Development

Self-understanding

The Nature of the Difficulty

Interpreting Dyslexia

Abilities and Strengths

Metacognition

The Importance of Metacognition to Learning and Working

A Metacognitive Technique

Issues in Personal Development

Self Advocacy

Personal Organisation

Goal Setting

Prioritisation

Memory Skills

Social Skills

A Dyslexic Person's Perspective

A Case History - C

6. Literacy for Living

Prose Literacy

Document Literacy

Quantitative Literacy

Lifelong Learning

Planning a Programme.

Information Processing and Literacy

Improving Levels of Literacy

Improving Reading Accuracy

Improving Reading Comprehension

The Pass Reading Strategy

Improving Spelling

Improving Writing

Improving Quantative Literacy

Coaches Comment

7. Academic and Professional Learning Skills

The Keys to Success in Higher and Professional Education

The Importance of Metacognition

Self-understanding and Self-reflection

Self Reflection Attribution and Self Efficacy

Learning and Working Styles

Cognitive Learning Differences

Behavioural Learning Styles

Time Management

Organisation of Work

Critical Reading Skills

Comprehending Diagrammatic and Tabular Formats

Essay Writing

Understanding the Task - Question Analysis and Process Words

Proofreading

Grammar and Punctuation

Spelling

Note Taking

Note Making

Revision and Memory Skills

Examinations

Statistics

Presentations

Working in a Group

Tutorials

The Role of the Tutor

The Role of the Student

The Keys to Success

The Responsibilities of Colleges and Universities

Study Skills Course Outline

Sample Assessment Report

8. Career Development and Guidance

Approaches to Counselling and Development

Career Guidance: A Decision Making Model

Career Guidance and the Dyslexic: A Model

Case Example

Career Development

A Dyslexic's Perspective: Dyslexia and Journalism

9. Dyslexia At Work

The Whole Organisation: Awareness Training

Disclosure: To Tell or Not To Tell

Goodness of Fit

Recruitment and Selection

Recruitment

Selection

The Workplace Assessment/Consultation

The Manager's Role.

Challenges Facing Dyslexic People

Metacognitive Skills at Work

Transfer of Skills

Evaluation and Reflection

Changes and Transitions at Work

Support in the Workplace

Tutoring Training, Coaching and Mentoring

A Coaching Example

Programme Length

Mentoring

Addressing Challenges

Organisation

Time Management and Work Prioritisation

Organisation of Work and the Work Space

Memory

Reading at Work

Reading for Information

Reading Complex Material

Specific Visual Difficulties

Performance Issues

Written Work in the Office

Record Keeping

Proofreading and Checking

Listening Skills at Work

Minute and Note Taking

Meetings

Working in a Team

A Note on the Use of Technology

Workplace Consultancy Report

A Coaching Course Outline

10. Advocacy

The Legislative Framework

Dyslexia as a Mental Impairment

Adverse Effects which are Substantial

Long-Term Substantial Effects

Normal Day-to-Day Effects

Reasonable Adjustments

Individual Needs

Integrated Experience

Essential Requirements of the Job/Course

An Undue Financial or Administrative Burden

Adjustments in Recruitment, Selection and Promotion

Types of Test Accommodations/Adjustments

Disclosing Dyslexia

When to Say Something

Whom to Tell

What to Say

Policy and Practice in Employment

Legislation in Education and Training

Policy in Higher Education

Self-Help and Self-Help Groups

Dyslexia and Criminal Law

Epilogue

Appendix A Sample Interview Schedule

Appendix B Useful Contact Addresses

References

Index.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9781118323373

1118323378

9781118323328

1118323327

9781299159396

1299159397

OCLC:

828299343