Gavin Reid

Gavin Reid Ph.D is an international award winning author and educational psychologist. He has had ten years experience as a classroom teacher and was formerly senior lecturer in educational studies at the University of Edinburgh in the UK.  He is a practicing educational psychologist and is involved in the work of the CCET in Kuwait and a number of other organizations in the UK, Europe, Asia and America.

If you are interested in any of Gavin's INSET courses please fill out the Consultant enquiry form within the inset page or contact the office on 01672 512914 for further details and availability.

Gavin Reid Ph.D is an international award winning author and educational psychologist. He has had ten years experience as a classroom teacher and was formerly senior lecturer in educational studies at the University of Edinburgh in the UK.  He is a practicing educational psychologist and is involved in the work of the CCET in Kuwait and a number of other organizations in the UK, Europe, Asia and America. He is also the parent of a youngster with special needs. He has been visiting professor to UBC in Vancouver and has lectured internationally in over 60 countries.  He has authored 25 books in dyslexia and learning.  His web site is www.drgavinreid.com

He runs courses in a number of areas including Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Attention Difficulties, Effective Learning, Classroom Management  and Motivational  Strategies and Learning Styles. His courses are always practical but also provide participants with a thorough understanding of the field. They have been widely acclaimed by participants in many countries, including the UK

Learning Difficulties: Effective Learning, Classroom management and Motivational Strategies 

There are misconceptions about the range of characteristics seen in children and young people with learning difficulties. This can result in a great deal of anxiety and confusion.  Teachers, parents and school policy makers need a common understanding of learning difficulties and what can be done to ensure that children have access to the full school curriculum.  While specialist provision and special programmes are helpful they do not represent the whole picture.  The needs of children with learning difficulties can be met within the curriculum and within the mainstream school through effective learning and teaching.  It is important that learners are encouraged to have a self–belief in their own learning skills and that they are motivated to develop autonomy in learning.  It is therefore important to view Learning Differences in a holistic manner taking into account emotional and social skills as well as lifelong skills in learning.  This course will focus on the needs of students with difficulties such as dyspraxia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia and Attention Difficulties.

Target Audience/Age group of pupils

• All

Dyspraxia in the classroom: What it is and how we can help

In this presentation I will discuss

1.       Effective learning

2.       Barriers to learning

3.       Dyspraxia characteristics

4.       Label and use of labels

5.       Causes of dyspraxia

6.       Assessment, functional, formative, observational

7.       Dysgraphia characteristics, assessment, interventions 

8.       Dyspraxia: difficulties and interventions

9.       Resources

10.    Framework for practice      

Target Audience/Age group of pupils

• All

Dyslexia, Dysgraphia and Dyspraxia: Meeting the Needs of All

In my presentation I will discuss the following:

• Identifying the barriers
• Planning for learning
• Appropriate intervention
• Emotional development
• Extending learning
• Educational and Social inclusion
• Home/ school relations
• Overlap

Target Audience/Age group of pupils

• All

Dyslexia in the Workplace

In my presentation I will discuss the following:

• What is dyslexia, characteristics and challenges
• Workplace issues
• How to support dyslexic employees and see dyslexia as a difference not a disability
• How to make the best use of their potential and talents in the workplace
• Accommodations and legislation

Target Audience/Age group of pupils

• Employers; public and private
• Line managers, trainers, H.R.
• Employees who think they may be dyslexic

Dyslexia in the classroom: Ideas and strategies

This seminar will provide some insights into dyslexia and relate these to developing good practice in teaching and learning for the class teacher. It is important to develop effective learning and teaching strategies for students with dyslexia as often the answer does not lie in expensive resources but in appropriate classroom practices.

This seminar will indicate the key issues and points stemming from current research on the nature of dyslexia and show how these can impact on classroom practice. There will be considerable reference to hands on strategies that teachers can utilise without specialist training.

It is important that dyslexia is seen as a syndrome that can be successfully dealt with my class teachers in the classroom context. It is too easy for classroom teachers to feel deskilled when faced with a student with a significant difficulty and it is important that they have the insights and the knowledge to help them use their skills and opportunities to develop good practice for students with dyslexia.



100 Ideas For Supporting Pupils With Dyslexia

This useful, resourceful and practical guide provides those working with dyslexic children one hundred ideas of how to support their learning development.

Dyslexia: A Practitioner's Handbook 4th Edition Dyslexia: A Practitioner's Handbook 4th Edition

Dyslexia: A Practitioner's Handbook offers a comprehensive overview of research and practice in dyslexia. It provides a range of assessment and teaching strategies that can be applied in mainstream primary and secondary schools.

Dyslexia: A Complete Guide to Parents

Including first-hand accounts of parents' successes and setbacks, and extensive lists of organisations and resources to help. Dyslexia: A Complete Guide for Parents offers crucial information and advice, as well as encouragement and hope.

Concern Assess Provide - CAP It All!

Concern Assess Provide - CAP It All! is another of our practical, ‘no frills’ resources for busy SENCOs, Learning Support Coordinators and Inclusion Managers.

Dyslexia: 2nd Edition

This new edition contains new chapters on learning and study skills, specific learning difficulties and the role of parents.

"Few people can communicate as successfully as Gavin Reid on this subject" 

Sir Jackie Stewart (2008)

"Your superb presentation was both informative and entertaining"

Jennifer Drysdale Support for Learning, Fife, Scotland, September 2008

"I was fortunate enough to attend your seminar on Dyslexia and Inclusion Gavin and I would like to thank you for such an interesting and informative seminar – your seminar gave me so much food for thought"

Michelle Borner PGCE Mathematics Sussex University, UK – London Special Needs Event October 2006

"A superb course with a wealth of appropriate strategies - wonderful presenter"

Sarah Arthur Mount Airey Infant School, Pembrokeshire, South Wales, UK October 2006

"Fabulous speaker"

Sharon Davies Manorbier VCP, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, October 2006

"Superb presenter – able to communicate very effectively and captivate audience. Dr. Reid has a wealth of knowledge on this subject. The whole day was very interactive"

Katie Crockford-Morris, Pembroke Dock Community School, Wales, UK October 2006

"Very informative- an excellent speaker and course – content, objectives and  effectiveness of provider all top marks"

Jacqueline Davies, Meads Infant School, Pembrokeshire, SW Wales, UK October 2006.