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OverviewProviding an overview of the various understandings and approaches taken to dyslexia over the last 100 years, this text considers why men have traditionally taken the lead in dyslexia theory and research, whilst women have often been confined to practice. Exploring how and why particular pathways in dyslexia theory, research and practice were historically pursued, whilst other potentially successful methods were not, Montgomery argues that gender bias has played a significant and often obstructive role in the development of our identification and understanding of dyslexia. Explaining why women and girls have often been under-represented in dyslexia clinics and in research, chapters trace the contributions made by dyslexia pioneers, analyse current problems within education and research systems, and document widespread patterns of misogyny and gender discrimination in the field. Montgomery links dyslexia history, current research paradigms and transgender experiences, to ask whether assumed male superiority has disadvantaged dyslexic learners, and whether it will continue to do so. In the process, she presents a new trajectory for research and practice. A timely exploration of the impacts of gender discrimination on research and education, this text provides essential insight into the subtle impacts of sexism on dyslexic learners. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Diane Montgomery (Middlesex University, UK)Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Weight: 0.272kg ISBN: 9780367140892ISBN 10: 0367140896 Pages: 116 Publication Date: 02 January 2019 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter One: The dyslexia scene today and the problems it raises Chapter Two: The dyslexia pioneers and the gender divide Chapter Three: A critique of authority and wisdom in dyslexia research and education Chapter Four: An alternative trajectory Some final thoughts References IndexReviewsAuthor InformationDiane Montgomery is Professor Emerita in Education at Middlesex University, London, UK. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |