Previous Networking Days
ADSHE Networking Day 2011. Embracing Diversity – A Decade of Difference : Reflections on the past and looking to the Future
Understanding and supporting students on the Autism Spectrum Workshop
Supporting EAL Students in Midlands HEIs
Dyspraxia workshop
Multi-sensory line learning techniques
ADSHE Networking Day 2010.
Dyslexia and memory training, Sebastian Boo This workshop will be based on a case study using mnemonics to improve the learning skills and academic performance of dyslexic HE students.Presentation
Dyspraxia Julia Kender/Dr Geraldine Price/Janet Skinner
The focus of the workshop will be the contested domains of dyspraxia/DCD identifiable in HE. It will consider diagnostic tests and practical interventions available for Specialist Teacher Assessors and will attempt to identify good practice in the light of continued controversy and debate. Presentation Workshop notes
Effective Time management for students. Dr Michelle Reid. This workshop looks at flexible and adaptable ways to help students prioritise, plan, and avoid procrastination. It highlights effective time management resources and materials, including resources developed for Learn Higher, for students to use themselves, or to use in guided sessions. Presentation Resources : “Time sponge” and strategies to help manage time
On line study guides for students with specific learning difficulties Claire Graham/ Matthew Mobbs This session will focus on the design, production and use of 10 on-line study guides for students with specific learning difficulties Presentation
Dyscalculia in Higher Education: Screening and Support Clare Trott and Janette Matthews This workshop will investigate some current definitions and prevalence of dyscalculia as well as the difficulties dyscalculic students experience. It will highlight the forthcoming screening tool and the subsequent support for students. Case studies will explore ways in which dyscalculic students can be supported on a one-to-one basis. Presentation
ADSHE Networking Day 2009. 21st Century Study and the Dyslexic Learner in HE
Keynote presentation: Professor Robert Burden – Developing a Sense of Dyslexic Identity
The experience of dyslexic students at university: Transitions in Education: Dr Margaret Meehan Discussion notes
Dyspraxia – Dr Judy Turner and Dr Angela Taylor
Access to employability – Fiona White and Richard Mendez
Dyslexia and Stress – Eryl Hulatt
e- learning support in the 21st century – Sheila Blankfield, EDEN Skills
Access to work funding, and how this impacts on HE: Sue McKenna
compare points why do we need to know about Access to Word funding case study 1 case study 2
Neurodiversity and Laboratory and Bench work: Host: Dr Margaret Meehan view notes
Solution-focused coaching skills – Liz Amesbury
Workshop in study skills needed by University students – Dr Ginny Stacey and the Oxford freelance tutors view presentation with slides view presentation without slides
Liz Ahrends award
This year’s winner was Janette Matthews at Loughborough University. Lucy Stainer gave a presentation on behalf of the winner of last years award, Patricia Ware. view presentation