Touch Typing for Dyslexics
We think typing by touch is one of the most valuable skills for dyslexics. Learning to touch type can significantly improve both quantity and quality of written work.
Touch Typing at Home
Ideally, we advise to practice a few times a week in short sessions – little and often is more effective than doing one hour once a week, for example.
Touch typing should be practiced, by adults and children alike, on a weekly basis to see progress and results.
We recommend Englishtype, a multi-sensory program designed by an Educational Psychologist specialising in Dyslexia.
Englishtype uses a unique colour coding system of fingers & keys and teaching is done using complimentary coloured keyboards (the onscreen keyboard shows letters & colours, the typing keyboard just has colours).
Why is touch typing a game changer for dyslexic individuals?
The significant benefits of typing are unlocked when the process becomes an automatic, physical skill – like playing a sport or instrument or riding a bike.
Touch Typing will help with:
- Enhancing writing speed and efficiency
- Improving spelling accuracy
- Focusing more on content and ideas rather than the mechanics of writing
- Boosting self-esteem and confidence
- Reducing letter and number reversal errors (b/d)
- Improving the connection between sounds and letters
- Organisational skills like
- Improving learning and memory
Support
At Yorkshire Rose Dyslexia, we believe in a dyslexic-friendly society that enables all neurodiverse persons of all ages to reach their full potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find below the answers to the most common questions around dyslexia and related subjects.
Is dyslexia hereditary?
Dyslexia is regarded as a neurobiological condition that is genetic in origin. This means that individuals can inherit this condition from a parent and it affects the performance of the neurological system (specifically, the parts of the brain responsible for learning to read).
Is dyslexia a disability?
Dyslexia is classified as a disability under the Equality Act 2010. A disability under the Equality Act 2010 is a physical or mental impairment that affects a person’s ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. Dyslexia will count as a long-term physical or mental impairment.
Become a Member
Join us as the voice of dyslexic people by becoming a member Yorkshire Rose Dyslexia.
Your support enables us to provide free information, events, training and advice and continue striving for a dyslexia-friendly society.
All membership fees paid online are paid by Direct Debit and can be cancelled at any time.
Benefits
In addition to supporting us, you will get access to:
- Our Members Support Group on Facebook
- Our Parents Support Group on What’s App
- Touch Typing Exclusive Discount
- Exclusive Member Events, Discounts & Offers