A dyslexic’s system for success:
RxR=R²
Resilience x Resources
= Results Squared
Resilience = Learning
Resources = Tools
Resilience: Learn to overcome and bounce back!
RXR=R2
re-sil-ience (ri zil’yens) n. the quality of being resilient; esp., a) the ability to bounce or spring back into shape, position, etc. b)the ability to recover strength, spirits, good humor, etc. quickly; buoyancy.
Three components of resilience:
1) Understanding
2) Learning
3) Attitude
Understanding
Understanding what dyslexia is and how a dyslexic brain functions is the first step toward developing resilience. Quite simply, it is important to understand the problem in order to develop a successful strategy to solve the problem. A person with dyslexia often thinks, reads, and learns quite differently than the norm. One of the most effective ways to gain an understanding of dyslexia is to read books and information regarding dyslexia.
Learning
Learning is to develop and acquire the necessary skills that will help a dyslexic individual succeed. One of the most effective ways to develop new educational skills is through participating in dyslexic tutoring programs or centers, dyslexic schools, dyslexic summer camps or summer school, learning phonetics, computer learning games made for dyslexics, learning books. Tip: don’t attend ANY tutoring center – find one that specializes in dyslexia.
Attitude
The final component of resilience is attitude. Possessing a positive “can do” attitude is critical in most areas of life and is a very important part of resilience because ultimately it is YOU that decides to overcome obstacles that may get in your path to achieve success. A great boxer gets back up when he is knocked down. Similarly, dyslexic children need to learn to get back up and recover from failure and they will become resilient in the process.
Resources
Webster’s New World Dictionary – Third College Edition:
re-sources (re sors) n. 1. something that lies ready for use or that can be drawn upon for aid or to take care of a need
Two components of resources:
1) Organizational
2) Property
Organizational Resources
Organizational resources help you obtain information or provide services that will assist you. Many of these organizations serve as support groups and some may require a membership in order to access the information or services available. Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic™ is an excellent example of an organizational resource. Once you become a member (for a nominal annual fee), you will receive access to textbooks along with other books, which are available on CD or to download.
Property Resources
Property resources are generally physical resources that you buy or rent to assist you. Usually property resources are computer or technology related. Examples of property resources include an Electronic Speaking Dictionary, Reading Pen, Reading & Writing software (or text to speech software), Classmate Reader™ (electronical book reader), Neo™ by AlphaSmart (small computer- great for dyslexics) & more!
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