Issue 19: Terminology in the education landscape: Some key terms explained | Pamela Snow, Tanya Serry, Nathaniel Swain, Tessa Weadman, Eamon Charles Paid Members Public
Pamela Snow, Tanya Serry, Nathaniel Swain, Tessa Weadman, and Eamon Charles, academic staff at the La Trobe University's Science of Language and Reading (SOLAR) Lab explore some key terminology in education.
Issue 19: Illustration Callout for January 2024 Dystinct Magazine Paid Members Public
Opportunity for children to get their illustrations published in the Dystinct Magazine. In every magazine issue, articles written by specialists are accompanied by illustrations created by children. Submit your child's illustrations for a chance to be featured in the Dystinct Magazine.
Issue 18: November 2023 Dystinct Magazine Paid Members Public
Dystinct Magazine's 18th issue: November 2023 covers inspirational stories from children and adults with learning disabilities (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dysgraphia and dyspraxia) and evidence based articles from leading specialists from the field of learning disabilities.
Issue 18: Dystinct Journey of Reuben Bainbridge Paid Members Public
The journey of Reuben Bainbridge, a young talent from County Durham with a diverse career spanning acting, farming, barista work, animal training, and music. His life story highlights resilience in the face of dyspraxia, ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia.
Issue 18: The Ableist Lenses: When Neurotypical Paradigms Fail Neurodivergent Individuals | Simon da Roza Paid Members Public
Simon da Roza examines the struggles faced by neurodivergent individuals against neurotypical standards, emphasizing the need to shift societal paradigms, celebrate neurodiversity, and embrace a "double empathy" approach for genuine inclusivity.
Issue 18: Dystinct Journey of Mathew Spence Paid Members Public
Mathew Spence overcame the challenges of dyslexia, ADHD, and ASD, defied discouraging predictions, and earned a psychology degree at the age of 42. He is now planning to establish a counselling service for individuals on the autism spectrum.
Issue 18: More than just a number | Carva King Paid Members Public
Carva King sheds light on the hurdles faced by dyslexic students in standardized testing, advocating for a personalized, outside-the-box educational approach. Her article highlights the story of Brenham Dewitt, a dyslexic student who successfully navigated challenges.
Issue 18: The Right to Read | Krishangi Shroff Paid Members Public
Krishangi Shroff, a determined young disability advocate, shares a poignant account of her struggle to exercise her right to read chapter books in elementary school. Faced with discrimination due to her disability, her narrative highlights the importance of challenging restrictive reading practices.
