Tutorial B-14 Inspirational Stories
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Kris – Head Of Department – Queensland University Australia
Length: 11mins.
Learning Difficulty:
• Kris knew she was different at school, but was not diagnosed with dyslexia or hyperactivity until she became a mother.
• People treated her as dumb because she could not read well.
• Kris tried numerous times to get into university.
Support Received:
• No support at school and left school after completing Year 10.
Achievements:
• Good at Art, Gymnastics, & Mathematics.
• Typing helped her with spelling.
• Kris has learnt a second language – Spanish
• Kris got into university based on the results of an intelligence test.
• Kris went on to University and passed subjects with the top marks in the State.
• Gained sailing license and pilots license.
Advice To Other Students:
• Find other ways to learn and find something you are good at and enjoy.
• Surround yourself with supportive people; whether they are family, friends or teachers.
Includes: Student Weekly Review B8 – B14
