Module development

The Scottish Government is working with partners who have supported the development of free professional learning resources which you have accessed in modules 1 and 2. The resources below aim to provide teachers and local authority staff with an awareness of what dyslexia is, its impact and how it can be supported within an inclusive school community.

• The Addressing Dyslexia Toolkit [Tip: hold Ctrl and click a link to open it in a new tab. (Hide tip)] – An online resource developed by an expert working group and funded by the Scottish Government. The toolkit is managed by Dyslexia Scotland to support teachers and provide information on dyslexia and literacy difficulties.
• Education Scotland − Route Map for Dyslexia and Inclusive Practice – To support deeper learning and understanding of dyslexia using the GTCS areas for career long professional learning (CLPL) and the four broad elements identified by Education Scotland. This route map supports teachers in reflective practice, inclusive practice and professional learning.

Module 3 was developed in partnership with The Open University in Scotland. It follows the same structure as the route map above and modules 1 and 2. Copies of each module can be downloaded from the module landing pages.

Module 2 supported your understanding of dyslexia, inclusive practice and literacy development. You developed a deeper understanding of:

• Dyslexia and inclusive practice within the Scottish context of education, equality and equity
• Dyslexia and how it is identified
• Dyslexia, co-occurring additional support needs and inclusive practice
• Effective communication
• Support strategies