Yes, and if you are examining the social model of disability then dyslexia
can only be the impairment and the disability is, as David says, the
disadvantage that the student then experiences as a result of the
institutional practices.
ATB
Claire
--On 11 June 2004 11:54 +0100 David Pollak <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> In my opinion, in an educational context the 'disability' of dyslexia is
> constructed by the practices of educational institutions.
>
> David Pollak
> De Montfort University
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: CAMPBELL R.G. [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
> Sent: 11 June 2004 12:05
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Re: What qualifies as a disability?
>
> Perfect timing everyone, thank you! I am currently writing an MA essay
> entitled "Is dyslexia a disability?" Summing up 5,000 words in one
> sentence, I have come to the conclusion that whilst the 'disability'
> label serves a purpose in that it unlocks support such as the DSA, beyond
> that, it is very subjective and opinions vary widely.
>
> Any thoughts anyone?
>
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> Becky Campbell
> Assessment Officer, Disability Office, University of Wales Swansea,
> Singleton Park, Swansea SA2 8PP.
>
> Tel: 01792 513000 Minicom/text: 01792 513100
> Fax: 01792 513200 Email: [log in to unmask]
> Web: http://www.swansea.ac.uk/disability/
>
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Claire Wickham,
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University of Bristol
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