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~Abigail Adams
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Khan Academy Created by Sal Khan, formerly an arbitrage specialist, this site is completely free (donations are welcome, but voluntary). Sal has a great approach to teaching. A little goofy sometimes, but well worth it: He helps students find the intuition–not just the answers.
Khan Academy has teamed up with the College Board to help students prepare for the new SATs. And Sal has written an amazing book, The One World School House, laying out his vision for education in the future.
For more on dyslexia (and dyscalculia, a learning disability in math), check out the Dyslexia Association of America and the International Dyslexia Association.
The Learning Disabilities Association of America provides expert resources and other material dealing with ADHD and much more.
A great organization for children, parents, teachers, and others affected by learning differences, Understood deals with a wide range of issues. Here is a test to assess whether you have dyslexia.
Overview of College Resources for Students with Disabilities