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		<title>FREE! CPD Webinar &#8211; Finding the Gaps: Using Nessy to Screen and Target Literacy Difficulties</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>❓ How can educators proactively spot these hidden difficulties without adding hours of manual assessment to their workload?</p>
<p>💭 Often, by the time literacy gaps become obvious, the intervention required is much more intensive. </p>
<p>🎯 During this session, Rory File, Head of Education and Partnerships explores identifying students who are quietly falling behind in reading and spelling can be a complex challenge.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://louisedawson.com/event/free-cpd-webinar-finding-the-gaps-using-nessy-to-screen-and-target-literacy-difficulties/">FREE! CPD Webinar &#8211; Finding the Gaps: Using Nessy to Screen and Target Literacy Difficulties</a> appeared first on <a href="https://louisedawson.com">Louise Dawson Inclusion Training</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>During this session, Rory File, Head of Education and Partnerships explores identifying students who are quietly falling behind in reading and spelling can be a complex challenge.</p>
<p>Often, by the time literacy gaps become obvious, the intervention required is much more intensive.</p>
<p>How can educators proactively spot these hidden difficulties without adding hours of manual assessment to their workload?</p>
<p>Presenter: Rory File, Head of Education and Partnerships</p>
<p><a href="https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/81e510e7-323d-4c5f-b81e-06061e8d3d36@66175b07-85c5-4915-8533-1e4a9e7a2e35" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-32455" src="https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-300x90.png" alt="A purple button saying click here to register." width="287" height="86" srcset="https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-300x90.png 300w, https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-1024x306.png 1024w, https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-768x229.png 768w, https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-1536x459.png 1536w, https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-2048x612.png 2048w, https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-600x179.png 600w" sizes="(max-width: 287px) 100vw, 287px" /></a><br />
Registration link, to copy and paste or share on socials: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/81e510e7-323d-4c5f-b81e-06061e8d3d36@66175b07-85c5-4915-8533-1e4a9e7a2e35</p>
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<p><i><b>Disclaimer</b></i></p>
<p><i>This training is organised by an external organisation and Louise Dawson Professional Development and Management Training cannot accept any liability or responsibility for the content or quality of the training.</i></p>
<p><i>Payment is made directly with the external training partner and any conversation about delivery of the training, payment, refunds, etc should be addressed directly to the external company.</i></p>
<p><i>If you have concerns about any content of the training then please <a href="https://louisedawson.com/contact/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">let us know</a> so we can raise them with the training provider on behalf of all delegates/attendees.</i></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://louisedawson.com/event/free-cpd-webinar-finding-the-gaps-using-nessy-to-screen-and-target-literacy-difficulties/">FREE! CPD Webinar &#8211; Finding the Gaps: Using Nessy to Screen and Target Literacy Difficulties</a> appeared first on <a href="https://louisedawson.com">Louise Dawson Inclusion Training</a>.</p>
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		<title>FREE! Webinar &#8211; Nessy Parent Series – Beat the Summer Slide: Without Turning Your Home Into a Classroom</title>
		<link>https://louisedawson.com/event/free-webinar-free-webinar-nessy-parent-series-beat-the-summer-slide-without-turning-your-home-into-a-classroom/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Paul Barnes (Media)]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[dyslexia]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[English]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[literacy]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Motivation]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Summer is a time for rest, fun, and new experiences.</p>
<p>It is also a wonderful opportunity to build confidence, nurture interests, and create meaningful moments that support learning naturally.</p>
<p>For children with dyslexia, these experiences can help strengthen language, reading, writing, and self-confidence in ways that feel enjoyable rather than overwhelming.</p>
<p>Join us for a relaxed, supportive virtual workshop where we'll explore simple ways to encourage reading, writing, language, and independence without turning summer into school.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://louisedawson.com/event/free-webinar-free-webinar-nessy-parent-series-beat-the-summer-slide-without-turning-your-home-into-a-classroom/">FREE! Webinar &#8211; Nessy Parent Series – Beat the Summer Slide: Without Turning Your Home Into a Classroom</a> appeared first on <a href="https://louisedawson.com">Louise Dawson Inclusion Training</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Summer is a time for rest, fun, and new experiences. It is also a wonderful opportunity to build confidence, nurture interests, and create meaningful moments that support learning naturally. For children with dyslexia, these experiences can help strengthen language, reading, writing, and self-confidence in ways that feel enjoyable rather than overwhelming.</p>
<p>Join us for a relaxed, supportive virtual workshop where we&#8217;ll explore simple ways to encourage reading, writing, language, and independence without turning summer into school.</p>
<p>What You&#8217;ll Learn</p>
<ul>
<li>Understand what children with dyslexia need: Explore practical ways to support literacy development while protecting confidence, motivation, and self-esteem.</li>
<li>Follow their interests: Discover how hobbies, family activities, books, games, and everyday experiences can help children continue developing important literacy skills.</li>
<li>Practical ideas for every age: Explore fun, low-pressure activities for young children, primary-aged learners, and teenagers that support reading, writing, communication, and confidence.</li>
<li>Support writing and handwriting naturally: Learn how everyday play, conversation, drawing, and meaningful writing opportunities help children develop as writers.</li>
<li>Build confidence and independence: Find ways to help your child understand how they learn, recognise their strengths, and return to school feeling capable and successful.</li>
<li>Make the most of summer learning opportunities: Discover simple tools and resources, including game-based options like Nessy, that can support literacy development while still allowing summer to feel like a holiday.</li>
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<p>Help your child enjoy a summer filled with curiosity, confidence, and opportunities to grow while building the skills they need to thrive.</p>
<p>Read more about the &#8216;Summer Slide&#8217; <a href="https://www.nessy.com/en-us/homeschooling/what-is-the-summer-slide" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></p>
<p>Presenter: Jodi Snowdon, Global Outreach Coordinator, Nessy Learning.<br />
<img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-34394" src="https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/nessy-jodi-snowdon.jpg" alt="" width="77" height="77" srcset="https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/nessy-jodi-snowdon.jpg 200w, https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/nessy-jodi-snowdon-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 77px) 100vw, 77px" /></p>
<p><a href="https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/9c5b4bb5-1d82-418c-b185-2861bca993e0@11832761-cf2b-4f28-b963-ca770e16d669" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-32455" src="https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-300x90.png" alt="A purple button saying click here to register." width="287" height="86" srcset="https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-300x90.png 300w, https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-1024x306.png 1024w, https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-768x229.png 768w, https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-1536x459.png 1536w, https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-2048x612.png 2048w, https://louisedawson.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/click-here-ot-register-purple-600x179.png 600w" sizes="(max-width: 287px) 100vw, 287px" /></a><br />
Registration link, to copy and paste or share on socials: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/9c5b4bb5-1d82-418c-b185-2861bca993e0@11832761-cf2b-4f28-b963-ca770e16d669</p>
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<p><i><b>Disclaimer</b></i></p>
<p><i>This training is organised by an external organisation and Louise Dawson Professional Development and Management Training cannot accept any liability or responsibility for the content or quality of the training.</i></p>
<p><i>Payment is made directly with the external training partner and any conversation about delivery of the training, payment, refunds, etc should be addressed directly to the external company.</i></p>
<p><i>If you have concerns about any content of the training then please <a href="https://louisedawson.com/contact/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">let us know</a> so we can raise them with the training provider on behalf of all delegates/attendees.</i></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://louisedawson.com/event/free-webinar-free-webinar-nessy-parent-series-beat-the-summer-slide-without-turning-your-home-into-a-classroom/">FREE! Webinar &#8211; Nessy Parent Series – Beat the Summer Slide: Without Turning Your Home Into a Classroom</a> appeared first on <a href="https://louisedawson.com">Louise Dawson Inclusion Training</a>.</p>
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