Dyslexia Explored

Darius Namdaran

Sharing dyslexia stories from all stages and walks of life to help parents of Tween/Teens with Dyslexia find practical and helpful tips.

  1. #173: A Bucketful of Skills: DSA Support and Love for Learning with Kerry Pace

    2일 전

    #173: A Bucketful of Skills: DSA Support and Love for Learning with Kerry Pace

    In this episode of the Dyslexia Explored Podcast, hosts Darius Namdaran and Jo Lee welcome returning guest Kerry Pace to give a practical guide for UK university students with dyslexia or other learning differences who have been awarded Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA). Kerry explains what the DSA grant award letter looks like, why it’s a “golden ticket,” and how to read the key tables showing software/equipment and non-medical helper support such as specialist study skills tutoring and mentoring. She outlines what study skills sessions can cover, how support can be used flexibly, why students should start early rather than wait for crisis, and what to do if they don’t gel with a tutor. The conversation highlights how tutoring helps apply assistive tech, build strategies, save time and energy, improve marks, and develop transferable skills and self-advocacy. This podcast is sponsored by ivvi. Visual Notes for Visual Thinkers. Get ivvi notes now: https://www.ivvi.app/Links:  Ivvi: https://www.ivvi.app/ what is dyslexia: https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/dyslexia/about-dyslexia/what-is-dyslexia How to mindmap: https://www.bulletmapacademy.com/mindmap-beginners Kerry’s previous episode 80: https://tinyurl.com/mryrruhr Kerry’s previous episode 81: https://tinyurl.com/2dk3uaba Kerry’s previous episode 99: https://tinyurl.com/4yb3vwr8 Kerry’s previous episode 101: https://tinyurl.com/yc3hjdxy Disabled Students Allowance: https://www.ivvi.app/dsa-for-dyslexiaHowjsay: https://howjsay.com/ Quizlet: https://quizlet.com/ Boolean Search: https://www.socialtalent.com/blog/recruiting/the-beginners-guide-to-boolean-search-terms Kerry Pace email: Kerry@Diverse-Learners.co.ukKerry Pace Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/DiverseLearners/featured@DiverseLearnersPhone, text and WhatsApp 07947 325 849Access to Work info - https://www.gov.uk/access-to-workExecutive Function: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/executive-functioningBETT Show: https://www.bettshow.com/ British Dyslexia Association: https://www.bdadyslexia.org.ukInterested in being a guest? Email us at jo@ivvi.app

    1시간 24분
  2. #172: My Best Mood: Building Emotional Resilience in Neurodivergent Kids with Rose Lord

    2월 18일

    #172: My Best Mood: Building Emotional Resilience in Neurodivergent Kids with Rose Lord

    In this episode of the Dyslexia Explored Podcast, hosts Darius Namdaran and Jo Lee interview Rose Lord, a neurodivergent entrepreneur and former British champion gymnast who is developing the My Best Mood app to build emotional resilience in children. Rose recounts her journey from having "extreme dyslexia" that left her unable to process written words to finding success through a specialized brain-retraining program and eventually advocating for neurodivergent youth in Parliament. They discuss her innovative platform, which uses AI to turn a child’s imagination into personalized digital stories, incorporating evidence-led accessibility features like colored filters and read-aloud functions. The conversation highlights the importance of supporting the "blast radius" of emotional dysregulation within families and Rose’ mission to ensure that children feel valued and understood rather than "fixed". This podcast is sponsored by:  Get ivvi notes now: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ivvi.app/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Links:  Ivvi: https://www.ivvi.app/ What is Dyslexia: https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/dyslexia/about-dyslexia/what-is-dyslexia How to Mindmap: https://www.bulletmapacademy.com/mindmap-beginners Disabled Students Allowance: https://www.ivvi.app/dsa-for-dyslexia  My Best Mood website: www.mybestmood.comZing Performance: www.zingperformance.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roselord/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/my.best.mood Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybestmoodofficial/ Interested in being a guest? Email us at jo@ivvi.app

    1시간 17분
  3. #171: Dyslexia Assessment: Pros, Cons and Guidance with Katrina Cochrane

    1월 30일

    #171: Dyslexia Assessment: Pros, Cons and Guidance with Katrina Cochrane

    In this episode of the Dyslexia Explored Podcast, hosts Darius Namdaran and Jo Lee welcome back Katrina Cochrane, a notable expert in the field of dyslexia. They delve into the complexities of dyslexia assessments and explore when and why it might be beneficial to pursue an assessment. Katrina, a former head of education at the British Dyslexia Association and founder of Positive Dyslexia, shares her personal and professional insights, including the costs and benefits associated with dyslexia assessments. They also discuss the importance of understanding one's dyslexia profile, the evolving tools and technologies available for support, and the significance of assessments at various stages of life, especially for access to university accommodations. The episode also highlights Katrina's upcoming courses and conferences aimed at providing further support and resources for dyslexic individuals and their families. This podcast is sponsored by:  Get ivvi notes now: ⁠⁠⁠https://ivvi.app/⁠⁠⁠ Links:  Ivvi: https://www.ivvi.app/ what is dyslexia: https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/dyslexia/about-dyslexia/what-is-dyslexia How to mindmap: https://www.bulletmapacademy.com/mindmap-beginners Positive Dyslexia:  ⁠www.positivedyslexia.co.uk⁠ Positive Dyslexia Ltd 2026 Events: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/positive-dyslexia-ltd-2026-events-and-services-4804262?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=creatorshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=escbKatrina’s previous episode: https://tinyurl.com/ysh649tz Nessie Project: https://projectnessie.org/ Adult Dyslexia Center: https://www.adc.org.uk/SENCO: Special Educational Needs CoordinatorDisabled Students Allowance: https://www.ivvi.app/dsa-for-dyslexia Toe by Toe: https://toe-by-toe.co.uk/ OCN London: https://ocnlondon.org.uk/ Executive Function: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/executive-functioningBETT Show: https://www.bettshow.com/ British Dyslexia Association: https://www.bdadyslexia.org.ukInterested in being a guest? Email us at jo@ivvi.app

    1시간 16분
  4. #169: Guidance and Support for University Students with Dyslexia with Michelle Power

    1월 14일

    #169: Guidance and Support for University Students with Dyslexia with Michelle Power

    In this episode of the Dyslexia Explored Podcast, hosts Darius Namdaran and Jo Lee welcome guest Michelle Power, an expert in the process of obtaining Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA). Together, they explore the journey of applying for DSA, especially for students with dyslexia. Michelle shares her extensive experience from being an Assistive Technology Officer to a DSA Needs Assessor and discusses the step-by-step process of securing support, the importance of university disability support staff, and how to overcome common barriers in the application process. This comprehensive discussion also covers the needs assessment, the kind of support available, and advice for both students and parents on navigating this crucial aspect of receiving an equitable education. This podcast is sponsored by:  Get ivvi notes now: ⁠https://ivvi.app/⁠ Valuable Terms & Acronyms DSA (Disabled Students' Allowance) UK government funding for students with disabilities, including dyslexia. Link: gov.uk Disabled Students' Allowance Needs Assessment / Assessment of Needs The process to determine what support a student is eligible for under DSA. Reasonable Adjustments Modifications or support provided by universities (e.g., extra exam time). Assistive Technology Software and hardware to support learning (e.g., mind mapping, text-to-speech). Non-Medical Helper (NMH) Support Human support such as study skills tutors or mentors. DSA 1 Letter / DSA 2 Letter Official communications confirming eligibility and approved support. Review of Needs Follow-up assessment if additional needs or evidence arise. HESA (Higher Education Statistics Agency) UK body providing statistics on higher education. Link: HESA HEP (Higher Education Provider) Universities or colleges providing higher education. Learner Support Fund Government fund for apprentices with learning differences. Access to Work UK government program for workplace disability support. Link: Access to Work Links:  Ivvi: https://www.ivvi.app/ what is dyslexia: https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/dyslexia/about-dyslexia/what-is-dyslexia How to mindmap: https://www.bulletmapacademy.com/mindmap-beginners Disabled Students Allowance: https://www.ivvi.app/dsa-for-dyslexia Aventido: https://aventido.com/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michelle-power-117aa132b Disabled Students' Allowance Application processEligibility and Medical EvidenceDisabled Students Allowance (DSA) WalesNorthern IrelandSAAS funding Scotland - Disabled Students' AllowanceInterested in being a guest? Email us at jo@ivvi.app

    1시간 13분
  5. #168: Dyslexia, Text Readers and Empowerment with Jay Giddens

    1월 6일

    #168: Dyslexia, Text Readers and Empowerment with Jay Giddens

    In this episode of the Dyslexia Explored Podcast, hosts Darius Namdaran and Jo Lee dive into the significance of text readers for individuals with dyslexia. Joined by Jay, a seasoned professional in assistive technology and dyslexia advocate, they unpack the wide-ranging benefits of text readers. Jay shares his personal journey with dyslexia, the challenges he faced growing up, and how technology has transformed his life. He emphasizes how tools like text readers can reduce cognitive load, aid in proofreading, and turn reading into a more accessible and enjoyable task. Exploring both the emotional and practical impacts, this conversation is a rich resource for anyone looking to better understand and implement assistive technologies in educational and professional settings. Links:  Ivvi: https://www.ivvi.app/ what is dyslexia: https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/dyslexia/about-dyslexia/what-is-dyslexia Disabled Students Allowance: https://www.ivvi.app/dsa-for-dyslexia ReadSpeaker: https://www.readspeaker.com/ TextAid: https://www.readspeaker.com/solutions/text-to-speech-online/readspeaker-textaid/ Executive Function: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/executive-functioningThick no more podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/thick-no-more/id1829509350 BETT Show: https://www.bettshow.com/ British Dyslexia Association: https://www.bdadyslexia.org.ukDyslexic font: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/156-dyslexie-font-creator-christian-boer-talks-about/id1387645599?i=1000700776361 This podcast is sponsored by:  ivvi: https://www.ivvi.app/ Interested in being a guest? Email us at jo@ivvi.app

    1시간 21분
  6. #167: The AT Superstore: The Significance of Easy-Access Assistive Technology with Matt Dean

    2025. 12. 09.

    #167: The AT Superstore: The Significance of Easy-Access Assistive Technology with Matt Dean

    In this episode of the Dyslexia Explored Podcast, hosts Darius Namdaran and Jo Lee welcome Matt Dean from Aventido. Matt shares his extensive experience in the world of assistive technology (AT), particularly in the realm of disability students allowance (DSA) and workplace tech solutions. The discussion traverses Matt's journey from marketing and factory management to becoming a co-founder of Aventido, a company dedicated to bringing emerging assistive technologies to students and professionals. They delve into the significance of tools like speech-to-text, text-to-speech, and mind mapping for individuals with dyslexia, ADHD, and other neurodivergent conditions. The episode highlights the evolution of tech solutions and how they are becoming increasingly accessible and vital for educational and workplace success. Tune in to learn about the practical applications of assistive technology, the importance of site licenses in schools, and valuable advice for parents and educators navigating the AT landscape. Links:  Ivvi: https://www.ivvi.app/ what is dyslexia: https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/dyslexia/about-dyslexia/what-is-dyslexia How to mindmap: https://www.bulletmapacademy.com/mindmap-beginners Disabled Students Allowance: https://www.ivvi.app/dsa-for-dyslexia Aventido: https://aventido.com/ AT Superstore: https://atsuperstore.com/ TES Show in london: https://tessendshow.co.uk/ Jack Churchill Scanning Pens Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/85-scanning-pens-on-independent-reading-with-confidence/id1387645599?i=1000493756366 Skill Bridge: http://skillbridge.tech/ Executive Function: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/executive-functioningThis podcast is sponsored by:  Ivvi: ⁠⁠https://www.ivvi.app/⁠⁠ Interested in being a guest? Email us at jo@ivvi.app ⁠

    1시간 13분
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Sharing dyslexia stories from all stages and walks of life to help parents of Tween/Teens with Dyslexia find practical and helpful tips.

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