Study skills
Thinking Differently Café with Learning Labs
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Wed 01 February 2023
12:00 - 13:00 - Location
- 4D24, Frenchay Campus Library, Further info
- Contact
- ALS Team als@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking not required
Description
Do you think differently to others? Wonder if you have undiagnosed Specific Learning Differences, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD, Autism?
Do you have a neurodivergent profile and want to learn new strategies to enhance your grades?
This session will focus on a demonstration of Learning Labs which is available and free to all UWE Bristol students and staff. Find out how Learning Labs can help you with your studies and how to access interactive tutorials on assistive technology, accessibility software and mental wellness.
Come along for the freebies! You can also come along as usual for a chat with our friendly specialists in Specific Learning Differences and Neurodiversity (Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD and Autism).
What we offer
- A welcoming space where you can come along with a study related question or something you are working on.
- A place to meet like-minded students, to share ideas and support.
- Advice on screenings and diagnostic assessments.
Registration and tickets
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking not required
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