Sir, – Sheila Wayman (“How to spot if my child has dyslexia”, Education, June 21st) shines welcome attention on the needs of children with dyslexia.
In this article, Rosie Bissett from the Dyslexia Association of Ireland identifies the crucial role of teachers “who are properly trained” in helping children with dyslexia learn to read.
I would like to draw attention to the graduates of the M Ed in Specific Learning Difficulties (Dyslexia) programme from DCU, who are dyslexia specialists, qualified to undertake assessment and specialist teaching.
It is worth noting that these teachers have the skills and expertise as identified, and are available to support children with dyslexia. – Yours, etc,
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MARGARET GUNNING,
Sligo.
