Specific Learning Difficulties refer to difficulties in acquiring skills in reading (Dyslexia), mathematics (Dyscalculia), and writing (Dysgraphia). These differences are very common and can be observed in up to 10% of children, varying in degree of severity.

On Friday 16 June the SLDN met for an exhibition and public talk from Professor Brian Butterworth to learn more about the academic and policy work being done by the Specific Learning Difficulties Network and hear from those with experience of specific learning difficulties and how this research applies to them.

About the Specific Learning Difficulties Network
The SLDN is a new initiative bringing together researchers from across the UK to coordinate the research agenda better and raise awareness for specific learning difficulties, established by RSE Fellow Dr Silvia Paracchini, (University of St Andrews) and Dr Michelle Luciano (University of Edinburgh). By working with families, teachers, charities, and policymakers the SLDN aims to make research useful to those with specific learning differences.
https://medicine.st-andrews.ac.uk/learning-difficulties/


About RSE
The RSE, Scotland’s National Academy, is an educational charity operating on a wholly independent and non-party-political basis to provide public benefit throughout Scotland.
https://www.rse.org.uk/

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