Rethinking dyslexia
2/5/20267 min
Dyslexia is a condition which makes it difficult for people to read, write and spell. But, can the ability to process information differently actually be an advantage? And why do dyslexics make excellent spies? Phil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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First 90 secondsKate Griggs; Orlando Bloom; Keira Knightley; Richard Branson; Maggie Aderin-Pocock· Soundbite0:00
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Are you scared to speak in English? Do you forget your words when you try to have a conversation? Or maybe you feel like your speaking isn't getting better even though you practice a lot.
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Our new series, Beating Speaking Anxiety, is all about the common fears we have when speaking a foreign language. You'll hear from real learners and experts about what causes these