Academic Writing and Dyslexia: A Visual Guide to Writing at University

New material focused on reading skills for online sources – increasingly important in a time of increased online learning Presents a unique visual approach to academic writing and composition specifically tailored to the needs and learning preferences of dyslexic students in Higher Education Uses a unique system of visual diagrams and icons which have been designed specifically with dyslexic students in mind. Considers how dyslexic students can learn the basic principles of grammar through visual strategies, which is something no other dyslexia / study guide currently does. Dedicates an entire chapter to editing and proofreading strategies – something never seen in study guides / academic writing guides Underpinned by extensive experience in teaching academic writing, professional academic writing and publishing, a year-long research project into dyslexia, provision for dyslexic students within Higher Education, and visual academic writing strategies for dyslexic students. Data from the UK Higher Education Statistics Agency show that the number of students with a ‘known disability’ increased by 49.75% from 2013-2019