Join Winifred A. Winston and LeDerick Horne with Dr. Shawn Anthony Robinson AKA Dr. Dyslexia Dude, as they discuss his journey of failing in school and not getting the support he needed as a young Black boy with dyslexia to how he won over the learning disability to achieve the highest educational degree. Dr. Robinson shares his passion for spreading awareness, understanding dyslexia, and his new course launching in the Spring. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in this episode:

-    Struggles of a dyslexic kid that is failed by the education system.

-    Changing the narrative from self-destruction to self-confidence.

-    The inspiration from dyslexia to continue learning.

-    Dr. Shawn’s research anchored in helping parents understand dyslexia. 

-    Empowering dyslexic people in the form of a graphic novel.

-    And so much more!

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About Dr. Shawn Anthony Robinson:

Shawn Anthony Robinson, Ph.D., is a full-time faculty member teaching reading, scholar, and entrepreneur, who delivers premium services such as training sessions, consulting, and speaking engagements. He is professionally affiliated with Wisconsin’s Equity & Inclusion Laboratory at the University of Wisconsin Madison, Madison Area Technical College, American University, and was an active Board member with the International Dyslexia Association. Robinson’s goal is to change the narrative and give all students HOPE!

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You can find Dr. Shawn Anthony Robinson on . . .

Website: https://drshawnarobinson.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor_dyslexia_dude/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-anthony-robinson-phd-395a5339/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/drshawnrobinson 

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Connect with LeDerick! 

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lederickhorne 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lederick?lang=en   

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Critical Literacy and Its Impact on African American Boys’ Reading Identity 

Educating Black Males With Dyslexia 

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THIS PROJECT IS PARTIALLY FUNDED BY MORGAN CARES AND THE CENTER FOR URBAN HEALTH DISPARITIES RESEARCH AND INNOVATION AWARDED BY THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MINORITY HEALTH AND HEALTH DISPARITIES (NIMHD 1U54MD013376-01A1)