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Bridging the Gap: Strengthening Dyslexia Provision Across Australian Schools

Presented by Learning Difficulties Australia

Monday, February 16, 2026·11:00 PMPast Event

Learning Difficulties Australia (LDA) presents a research-focused webinar examining how well Australian schools are supporting students with dyslexia and what systemic changes are needed to improve outcomes. 'Bridging the Gap' draws on new research exploring best practice and system-level gaps in dyslexia provision across Victorian schools, with implications that extend to schools throughout Australia and internationally. Presented by Dr Bec Marland, a course chair, lecturer, and researcher in inclusive education at Victoria University, the webinar identifies what's working in current dyslexia provision, where significant challenges remain, and how teachers and principals can drive meaningful change to create more equitable, inclusive, and effective learning environments. Dr Marland's doctoral research focused specifically on dyslexia in school contexts, and she brings both academic rigour and practical classroom experience from her teaching career in the UK and Australia. The webinar will be recorded and available for two weeks after the event.

Key Takeaways

New research findings on dyslexia provision in Victorian schools; identification of system-level gaps and what's working in current practice; practical strategies for teachers and principals to drive change in dyslexia support; implications for creating more equitable and inclusive learning environments

Evidence base: Based on Dr Marland's doctoral research on dyslexia in school contexts, examining best practice frameworks and system-level provision across Victorian schools with broader implications for Australian and international education settings.

Presenter

Dr Bec Marland

Dr Bec Marland is a course chair, lecturer, and researcher in inclusive education at Victoria University. Her doctoral research focused on dyslexia in school contexts with implications for policy and practice. An alumna of University College London with postgraduate qualifications in dyslexia, she is the recipient of the 2025 Learning Difficulties Australia Tertiary Student Award.

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