HM Inspectorate of Education
Dely L Elliot
Julia K Davidson
Jon Lewin
May 2007
Executive Summary of the Key Findings
1 Overview of Dyslexia
1.1 Introduction and Scope of the Review
1.2 Definition of Dyslexia
1.3 Background to Dyslexia
1.4 Causes
1.5 Diagnosis
1.6 Interventions
1.7 Additional Needs
2 Range of approaches used to teach children with
Dyslexia
2.1 Background
2.2 Approaches Used to Teach Dyslexic Learners
2.2.1 Additional Support Strategies
2.2.2 Development of Phonological Skills
2.2.3 Facilitating a Positive Sense of Self
2.2.4 Intensive Remedial Instruction
2.2.5 Multisensory Teaching System/Approach
2.2.6 Partnership Between Parents and Teachers
2.2.7 Promotion of Dyslexia Friendly Schools
2.2.8 Teaching Based on Learners’ Preferred Learning
Style
2.2.9 Use of Special Computer Software
2.2.10 Use of Suitable Print Size and Background Colour
2.2.11 Spelling and Vocabulary Training
2.3 Effectiveness of Teaching Approaches and Interventions
2.3.1 Case Studies: United Kingdom
2.3.2 Case Studies: International
3 Implications of the reviewed literature for Scottish
Education
3.1 Conclusions and Recommendations
3.2 Further Recommendations: Examples of best teaching and
learning practices with Dyslexic learners
Appendix A: A Conceptual Map of the Dyslexia Review