The world’s first ‘University of Dyslexic Thinking’ has launched online, offering participants the opportunity to understand how dyslexic thinking could help them.
Known as DyslexicU, the new university's website says: "As AI revolutionises the type of thinking that’s critical for success today, new research featured in our Intelligence 5.0 report finds that human skills such as lateral thinking, complex problem-solving and interpersonal skills are now the most sought-after in every sector, worldwide."
"Now is the time for dyslexics to learn more about their Dyslexic Thinking skills, and to shout about them. And it’s time for non-dyslexics to learn more about Dyslexic Thinking skills and develop them. Because these are the skills needed to thrive in this new AI-powered world."
Since those with dyslexia have been found to have above average scores when it comes to communicating, connecting and imagining, the new free online university aims to hone those skills – for both dyslexic and non-dyslexics. Hosted by Open University, it was launched by the charity Made By Dyslexia and Virgin, whose owner Richard Branson is dyslexic.
“The online course features many of the world’s greatest dyslexics talking about how dyslexic thinking skills have fuelled innovation and success, and the lessons we can gain from their experiences,” Branson said. “They’re the kind of lessons I wish I was taught in the classroom.”