Assessment and marking of the exams and coursework of dyslexic students can raise many issues and concerns.

Here you will find suggestions for addressing some of these issues, for example, giving feedback and adjusting deadlines in ways that benefit dyslexic students.

You may find ideas for both inclusive practice and for making reasonable adjustments that are applicable in your discipline area.

Examples from Assessment style

• Consider changing the style of assessment between first sits and re-sits if the style of the assessment was problematic at the first sit.
• Be open to negotiating adjustments where problems are apparent.
• Consider offering an alternative form of assessment.