Dyslexic students in english language classes

Products and outputs

The principal product is this report which provides a synopsis of findings of the study, including recommendations in terms of policy and future software development, and makes recommendations to help direct policy implementation in tertiary education across Europe.

6. 
   About the Welsh Dyslexia Project
   

The Welsh Dyslexia Project aims to bring together professionals working with the dyslexia community, the commercial sector, government agencies, parents and carers, as well as dyslexic individuals to create an environment where the dyslexic individual in Wales may develop to their full potential. This will be facilitated through the development of awareness and understanding, as well as resources, for the support of the dyslexic individual.

In September 2000, the Welsh Dyslexia Project made a presentation to the Welsh Assembly which included its Vision in respect to resources, schools, training and policies. Since then we have been using it as a framework for action, for developing tools and training to make a difference where it matters. Our vision was to make Wales the best place in the world for the dyslexic individual.

However, being better than others does not mean everything is being done that can be done. Our aim is to create a level playing field in the community, in school and in the working environment. By continuing to strive for improvement we shall not only ensure that every dyslexic individual in Wales is given the best opportunity to demonstrate their potential but show the world that given the right environment, everybody can succeed.

Since its formation, the Welsh Dyslexia Project/Prosiect Dyslexia Cymru has had a vision of the future, developed to provide a platform for project development. Although much of the early work was seen as implementation of government policies, it became very apparent, especially within the context of this project, that it is possible develop the resources even when policies do not exist. For example, in countries such as Romania, where there is no legislation to protect the dyslexic individual, it is still possible to develop these resources without waiting for the legislation. All students in the countries of the project have access to computers, but not all have developed the
resources to assist the dyslexic individual. And before you have the resources, you need the plan to know what to develop. This is what this project is all about.

Below is the basis outline developed by the Welsh Dyslexia Project/Prosiect Dyslexia Cymru, which may be seen as a resource development guide.

Rather than just focus on those relevant to university, the entire list is provided, since this may help in the formulation of resource development strategies in other countries.

The WDP recognises the need to develop three principal areas:

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  Policies
  
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  Resources
  
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  Training
  

The policies, through the Welsh Code of Practice, provide well established principles. The WDP/PDC sees its role as ensuring the development of resources and training. If these are not being provided by government, service providers or others, the WDP/PDC will attempt to facilitate their development. Furthermore, special attention is paid to the responsibilities of educational establishments and employers.

The aims and objectives which form the foundation of resource and service development of the WDP/PDC as set out in their strategic plan are set out below.