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Intersectional Neurodiversity Podcasts 

Suggested reading or podcasts from Becky Bishop, Senior Manager of Youth & Adult Programs. This post features three amazing podcasts by intersectional, neurodiverse content creators.

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Learning Disabilities and Learning Differently 

What are learning disabilities, and how are they diagnosed? Learn about learning disabilities and other developmental disabilities. Lightwell Learning uses a strengths-based approach so, with the proper support, individuals with learning differences can thrive.

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How Common are Learning Disabilities? 

What can we learn from recent data about how common learning disabilities are in Canada? This article helps make sense of the data and exposes how important it is to promote early assessment and intervention of learning disabilities.

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Social Robotics Enhances Student Engagement

We work with leading researchers in social robotics. We research and apply the best ways to support students with learning disabilities. Learn about new research on Social Robotics and student engagement.  

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What are Executive Function skills and how can you improve them?  

Learn more in this short article about EF skills and how Lightwell Learning works with our learners and their families to support the ongoing development of EF skills.  

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Accessible Education in BC – Disability Forum

Have you experienced a challenge or frustration in navigating the education system as a person with or parent of a person with a disability in BC? If so, you are not alone.

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Assistive technology for dyslexia and ADHD

Tools that make learning easier. Explore assistive technology for dyslexia and ADHD—from reading lamps to text-to-speech software. Available at Lightwell Learning.

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How to identify dyslexia in adults, and get tailored learning support to succeed!

It’s never too late to get support. Learn the signs of adult dyslexia and how Lightwell Learning’s one-to-one program helps adults build skills for work, school, and life.

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What can assessments and the dyslexia index tell me about my child’s learning needs?

Wondering if your child has dyslexia? The KTEA-3 Dyslexia Index gives you answers in weeks—not years. Learn how this assessment can guide your next steps.

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Understanding dyslexia: What it is and how to recognize the signs

Could your child have dyslexia? Learn the signs by age—from preschool to teen—and discover how early intervention and 1:1 support can help them thrive.

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