Misunderstood+Minds

The PBS documentary series on learning difficulties, differences, and disabilities - "Misunderstood Minds" - aired in the US in 2002. The companion website at [|Misunderstood Minds] gives scientific explanations for the reasons behind the differences, and offers strategies to help all students achieve success.

The information offered under each heading (Attention, Reading, Writing, and Mathematics) is extensive, and is broken down into the basics of the skills which the student is expected to acquire, the difficulties which may be experienced and how they may be identified, and possible responses to assist the student. One of the most compelling features is a "Try it yourself" exercise for each skill - this introduces an apparently straightforward task which has been adapted to give the reader an understanding of the frustration experienced by a student with a learning difficulty in that area, and is highly recommended. Profiles and case studies are included, and a comprehensive list of further resources is also provided.

The Reading section has been referenced elsewhere on the wiki (in Literacy Programs, by A. L. Eastwood). The Attention, Writing and Mathematics sections are highly recommended also.