Dyspraxia

Dyspraxia is also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). It affects a person's ability to plan and coordinate motor skills. Dyspraxia experiences vary from person to person. Factors such as age, learning opportunities, environmental demands, and support from others all play a role in shaping an individual’s experience.

• Sequential difficulties mean they explore topics from various angles, fostering a holistic understanding.
• Their different sense of time and speed allows them to approach tasks with patience and mindfulness
• They may find joy in the process rather than rushing toward the finish line
• Their sensory sensitivity allows them to notice nuances and experience the world in a vibrant way
• Slow adaptation means they approach change thoughtfully.

Despite challenges in organising themselves and their thoughts, dyspraxic individuals often find alternative ways to achieve their goals. They learn to adapt and find workarounds, demonstrating resilience and determination.

Dyspraxia fosters heightened attention to detail. While this can sometimes be overwhelming, it also enables a deep understanding of life's nuances.

How to support learners with Dyspraxia

• Listen to your student's needs
• Minimise distractions in the learning environment
• Provide lecture slides in advance
• Allow use of a computer and assistive technology for writing tasks
• Provide extra time to complete tasks and flexible deadlines
• Use colourful visual aids to enhance understanding
• Break complex tasks or instructions into smaller steps

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