Labeling dyslexia as a learning disability without so much as noting the powerful gifts that go along with it is a problem perpetuated by our antiquated education system. Through a combination of neurological explanations of dyslexic brain functioning and personal anecdotes, Aliah Banchik hopes to inspire, educate, and empower dyslexic and non-dyslexic learners alike with the ultimate goal of redefining dyslexia. It is time to stop viewing it solely as a “disability” and start seeing it for what it is: just a different way of thinking.
Rosa demystifies the dyslexic mind. She will be demonstrating that we can learn a thing or two from these “seemly broken brains”, and revive our perception of dyslexia Rosa's mission is to bring evidence-based strategies to the classroom. As a business-minded education professional with over 10 years of rigorous laboratory research training and a strong publication record in peer-reviewed psychology journals, Rosa brings a unique combination of education expertise, client-facing experience, and project management insight to convey evidence-based strategies to policy makers and practitioners.
Kate Griggs helps us to re-think our perception in dyslexia and to change the way we approach learning differences in our day-to-day lives. Kate is passionate about helping the world understand dyslexia as a different way of thinking, not a disadvantage.
5% to 10% of the global population have Dyslexia, yet it is still seen as a disability. Ryan recounts comic tales from his childhood to shed light on the fact that Dyslexia has many advantages, and some of the greatest creatives have Dyslexia. The world shouldn’t see it as a negative trait but rather a driver for creativity, problem solving and innovation.
In this inspiring talk, advocate and educator Dean Bragonier offers a different take on Dyslexia. By looking at the unique mindset of Dyslexics as a strength, Dean reframes a perceived weakness as a powerful tool and teaches us all an important lesson about the power of an open mind and an open heart. Shaped by the challenges associated with his dyslexia, Dean became an advocate for learning and disability equality and has founded, managed and served on the boards of organizations working to create systemic change in this field.
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