Certain Difficulty Of Being

The Analogy of Names, and the Concept of Being

The Effective Teacher's Guide to Dyslexia and other Specific Learning Difficulties

With around one in ten children affected by specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia or dyspraxia, this practical guide examines the central issues facing teachers today.

How to Succeed in Employment with Specific Learning Difficulties

From getting started choosing a career, tips on job interviews to information on life in employment, starting from induction onwards, daily management of a workload, selling strengths, and even guidance on how to build a good balance between work and home life, Amanda Kirby identifies the best strategies to use for success, both professionally and personally. While being in a new job can be exciting, it can also provoke anxious feelings of not being quite sure what to do and when to act. The information in this book is the ideal preparation for the challenges, and new opportunities, ahead. Drawing on decades of practical experience, as well as her academic expertise, Amanda Kirby provides a comprehensive range of helpful information built from contributions from many people with specific learning difficulties who have gone through this experience, and professionals working in the field. This is an easy to use guide that will prepare anyone for all aspects of life in employment (including links to useful apps and free software) and is a must-have guide for all employers.