LAST CHANCE TO SEE BEAUTIFUL MINDS - ENDING MAY 22, 2022
Dyslexia affects as much as 20% of the world’s population and often goes undiagnosed. Although dyslexia is labeled as a learning disability, it can also be seen as a different way of thinking because it changes the way millions of people read and process information.
Research has proven that people with dyslexia are often highly visual and able to quickly process and integrate visual and spatial information. History has proven that dyslexic thinkers have made world-changing accomplishments because of their ability to problem-solve in alternative ways with heightened creative skills.
In this exhibition, titled Beautiful Minds: Dyslexia and the Creative Advantage, explore the successes of those who think outside the box when faced with the challenges of dyslexia and learn about some of the tools and resources for diagnosis and pathways to success. A unique portion of the exhibit also reflects each community that it travels to, by featuring local students and artists.
The Health Museum would like to thank Neuhaus Education Center and The Dyslexia School of Houston for their supporting sponsorship. This exhibit was made possible with the partnership of Whiteboard Exhibits, Science Museum Oklahoma, Celebrate Dyslexia, and The Health Museum.
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Experience Dyslexia - A Simulation
January 20th; February 17th; March 10th; April 21st; May 19th
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm; 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm
Dyslexia affects as much as 20% of the world’s population and often goes undiagnosed. Although dyslexia is labeled as a learning disability, it can also be seen as a different way of thinking because it changes the way millions of people read and process information.
“Experience Dyslexia – A Learning Disabilities Simulation” is a hands-on experience, designed to increase awareness of the difficulties and frustrations that people with dyslexia encounter daily. Participants rotate among four interactive learning stations that simulate various language-related tasks similar to those encountered in the classroom and workplace. Time has been set aside at each station to discuss experiences.
This event is free and open to adults only. Please register to reserve your spot. We encourage you to let others know about this event. This event will begin promptly at 4:30 p.m. and 5:45 pm. Please plan to arrive no later than 4:20 p.m. and 5:35 p.m.
Dyslexia 101
February 28 (12-1pm, virtual)
This free virtual seminar helps family members and other interested individuals understand how and why some people struggle with learning to read, which of these people might be considered dyslexic, and what kind of reading instruction is essential to their learning. Offered in partnership with Neuhaus Education Center.
Dyslexia 201
March 7 (12pm-1pm, virtual)
This free virtual seminar demonstrates components involved in a structured literacy lesson for a student with dyslexia. Participants will have a hands-on experience learning key vocabulary and procedures typical of a structured literacy lesson. This session is open to any interested audiences and is especially applicable for a family member who wants to better understand their child’s experience in dyslexia therapy. Offered in partnership with Neuhaus Education Center.
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