Her excellent presentation was followed by the documentary The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia which featured stories of many talented individuals with dyslexia who are often denied access to simple accommodations that can help them overcome some of their dyslexia related challenges. However, many are denied accommodations on their high-stakes tests, which ultimately limits their access to higher education. ![]() Shaywitz has been instrumental in helping colleges and universities recognize that many individuals with dyslexia can enrich their schools with their talents, out-of-the-box thinking, and perseverance. Sally Shaywitz on the topic of dyslexia as a hidden source of great abilities and frequently unrecognized powers. The three hour event featured an excellent presentation by Dr. Pete Stark, the Co-Chairs of the bipartisan Congressional Dyslexia Caucus. ![]() Sally and Bennett Shaywitz, Directors of The Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity who cosponsored this event with Rep. On May 8, 2012, I had the privilege of attending an event of the U.S.
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