Luqman Michel has thought long and hard about dyslexia—its causes and how to help those children afflicted with it. He runs a blog called Luqman’s Dyslexia Blog, which distills his experiences teaching dyslexic children. Here he talks about how he got started and the teaching methods he uses. When did you start teaching dyslexic...
First the good news: dyslexics tend to be visual thinkers able to formulate mental concepts faster than other people. They are intuitive problem-solvers and excellent trouble-shooters. They are usually intelligent and excel in creative vocations like architecture, music, engineering, dance, acting, cooking, sports, strategising and inventions. Now the bad news: dyslexics have a real...
