This assessment is in two parts. Each part requires you to write for a different audience. In the first part, you will be writing to a layperson who may not have any knowledge of psychology. In the second part, you are writing for a fellow professional/academic. Therefore, the written style and content of the two parts should differ according to the audience you are writing them for.
The total word limit is 3000 words (this includes both parts). The division of this word limit across both parts is not prescribed – you need to use your judgement to decide on the most appropriate balance.
Part 1: Information leaflet
You have been asked by a national charity to produce an information leaflet on dyslexia. Dyslexia is a common condition that affects abilities including reading, spelling and writing. Therefore, people with dyslexia can have difficulties with tasks that require these skills, and may find certain tasks frustrating or avoid them altogether. However, the emphasis of your leaflet should be on cognitive aspects.
Your leaflet should focus on:
A contextualisation of the condition
The nature of the condition
Strategies used to help improve e.g. reading, writing and spelling
Part 2: Written exposition
This should take the form of an academic piece of writing which constitutes an explanation of the leaflet in terms of the analysis underlying your approach and demonstrates a critical understanding of the topic and associated issues. You should include the following:
Rationale for the leaflet
Issues considered e.g. relating to definitions, measurement, explanations etc.
An evaluation of the research on which the leaflet is based
Assessment brief 5 Dyslexia)
This assessment is in two parts. Each part requires you to write for a different audience. In the first part, you will be writing to a layperson who may not have any knowledge of psychology. In the second part, you are writing for a fellow professional/academic. Therefore, the written style and content of the two parts should differ according to the audience you are writing them for.
The total word limit is 3000 words (this includes both parts). The division of this word limit across both parts is not prescribed – you need to use your judgement to decide on the most appropriate balance.
Part 1: Information leaflet
You have been asked by a national charity to produce an information leaflet on dyslexia. Dyslexia is a common condition that affects abilities including reading, spelling and writing. Therefore, people with dyslexia can have difficulties with tasks that require these skills, and may find certain tasks frustrating or avoid them altogether. However, the emphasis of your leaflet should be on cognitive aspects.
Your leaflet should focus on:
A contextualisation of the condition
The nature of the condition
Strategies used to help improve e.g. reading, writing and spelling
Part 2: Written exposition
This should take the form of an academic piece of writing which constitutes an explanation of the leaflet in terms of the analysis underlying your approach and demonstrates a critical understanding of the topic and associated issues. You should include the following:
Rationale for the leaflet
Issues considered e.g. relating to definitions, measurement, explanations etc.
An evaluation of the research on which the leaflet is based
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