Dyslexia Guild Annual Summer Conference 2015

Our Annual Conference Thursday 18 June 2015, held at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), London


SpLD Assessment in Context

 

 

Who attended?
We welcomed all those with a professional interest in dyslexia and SpLD.  From specialist teachers, SENCos, learning support staff and teaching assistants to educational psychologists.  Dyslexia Guild members enjoyed a preferential rate.


Why 'SpLD assessment in context'?
In current educational settings it is important for all staff to understand the process that leads to assessment and diagnosis.  Understanding the way in which assessment tests are developed and used in the context of dyslexia and SpLD can assist you in your support of people with special education needs and ensure that they have the resources they need to progress.
This conference looked at some of the specific challenges in the development of assessment and current research in this field.  Why do we undertake diagnostic assessment; what leads to the development of assessment; and is it fit for purpose; are all questions that will be explored during the day.

What was included in the conference?
You would have heard about current research and benefited from taking time out of your daily schedule to learn, debate and reflect on cutting-edge practice.  There was a warm welcome from our friendly Dyslexia Action staff, meeting researches and exhibitors and enjoy a networking lunch.  An attendance certificate was provided for attendees Continuing Professional Development portfolio.

The Venue
SOAS is conveniently located in the north-west corner of Russell Square in Bloomsbury, London with excellent public transport connections and a choice of nearby hotels.


Videos from the Conference

 

  Panel Discussion

      Diagnostic Assessment: Is it fit for purpose?

        Click here for a list of the discussed questions.

 

       -  Panelists: Anna Smith, Dineke Austin, Meesha Warmington, Gill Cochrane, Janet Desmet -

 

  Amanda Kirby - Annual Guild Conference 2015

      Developmental Co-ordination Disorder 

 

       -  by Professor Amanda Kirby from University of South Wales -

 

  Meesha Warmington - Annual Guild Conference 2015

      Language Assessment: Dyslexia and Bilingualism

 

       -  by Dr Meesha Warmington from University of York -

 

  Julie Dockrell - Annual Guild Conference 2015

       Assessing Language Skills in Young Children: Identifying the issues for professionals when assessing language skills

 

       -  by Professor Julie Dockrell from UCL Institute of Education -


Downloads

  • Conference Agenda and Flyer click here
  • Speaker Biographies click here
  • Professor Amanda Kirby click here
  • Dr Meesha Warmington click here
  • Mary Daly click here - Documents Refered to by Mary during the conference are below:

Guidance on the SEND Reforms 

Trainers notes and other resources

Interventions for Literacy Toolkit 

Free copies available of "Interventions for Literacy Toolkit"

 

  • Professor Julie Dockrell click here

Contact Us

Any questions? Email or call if you have any further questions regarding the Dyslexia Guild Conference or the Guild on 01784-222342.


Previous Conferences

For details of our previous conferences please click here