Dysgraphia Insights and Inclusive Strategies with Cheri Dotterer

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Host: Dana Jonson Guest: Cheri Dotterer Guest's Bio: Cheri Dotterer is a handwriting specialist and dysgraphia consultant with an occupational therapy background. Her work focuses on providing innovative strategies and interventions for individuals with dysgraphia, combining educational neuroscience with hands-on support.

Episode Summary: In this episode, Dana Jonson and Cheri Dotterer explore the complexities of dysgraphia, covering its emotional, cognitive, and physical impact on students with learning disabilities. Cheri introduces her six-part “IMPACT” framework, addressing the sensory and emotional aspects of writing challenges. Listeners will gain insights into multisensory strategies and practical tools for supporting students with handwriting difficulties, both at home and in the classroom.

Resources Mentioned:

• Books:

  • Handwriting Brain-Body Disconnect by Cheri Dotterer
  • Becoming You (Anthology with Cheri’s contribution)
  • The Routledge International Handbook of Visual-Motor Skills, Handwriting, and Spelling (includes Cheri’s chapter on handwriting in special education)

• Tools:

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