“I want to help, but I’m not always sure how”: What tutors taught us about supporting students with declared dyslexia

Open Research Online (The Open University) 2026

Authors: Maureen Rhoden
Cited by: 0

Abstract

Across higher education (HE) in the United Kingdom (UK), the number of students declaring dyslexia and other Specific Learning Differences (SpLD) continues to rise. According to Norfolk (2022) in some large faculties within the Open University (OU), nearly 28% of learners declare a SpLD. While these figures matter, the human stories behind them matter even more.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Disability Education and Employment Reading and Literacy Development Higher Education Practises and Engagement

Publication details

Journal / source
Open Research Online (The Open University)
Publication date
18 February 2026
Language
EN