Centre for Teaching Excellence

Our fifth live expert session in the Gaelic Education Hub of the Centre for Teaching Excellence will be an opportunity to hear from Emily Barnes, Assistant Professor of Language Education in the School of Education in Trinity College Dublin. 

Dyslexia is a complex learning difference that extends beyond reading and spelling and is shaped by cognitive, linguistic, and environmental factors. This seminar explores dyslexia in immersion and dual-language education contexts, with particular attention to how bilingualism and writing systems influence literacy development. It also considers practical approaches to identifying dyslexia and linking assessment to responsive support. Evidence-informed strategies and assistive technologies are discussed, alongside potential areas for practitioner-led research in Gàidhlig-medium Education.

Please note this session will be delivered in English.

Who should attend: These events are designed for professionals working in Scottish education. When registering, please use a school, local authority, Glow, or other professional email address connected to your role. If you do not have access to one of these, you are welcome to get in touch with us at centreforteachingexcellence@glasgow.ac.uk to allow us to confirm your place.

We look forward to having you attend the event!

Register Here

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First published: 13 February 2026