Special Lecture | Library Services for People with Dyslexia in Mainland China: Practices and Reflections

DKU Library and Student Accessibility Services Office are pleased to invite you to an upcoming unique lecture featuring Professor Man Shu, a renowned expert in library services and inclusive practices, to explore innovative solutions for individuals with dyslexia.

About Dyslexia:

Dyslexia is a neurological condition that affects an individual’s ability to read, write, and process language despite normal intelligence and educational opportunities. According to the European Dyslexia Association, approximately 9%-12% of the global population experiences dyslexia, with 2%-4% significantly affected. In China, the prevalence among school-aged children ranges from 3%-10%, meaning that about 15 million children face this challenge. Addressing this issue requires a collaborative approach across education, healthcare, and community services.

About the Lecture

This lecture offers a unique opportunity to:

                •              Gain insights into the challenges of dyslexia in China and beyond

                •              Explore innovative practices for library services tailored to individuals with dyslexia

                •              Learn from Professor Shu’s extensive research and practical experiences

About the Speaker:

Man SHU, Professor in the Department of Information Management at the School of Economics and Management, South China Normal University, and Master’s Supervisor, has long been committed to innovations in library services, particularly for individuals with dyslexia. She is the author of the monograph Research on Library Services for People with Dyslexia (National Library Press, 2019), has led or participated in over 20 national and provincial research projects, and has published more than 70 academic papers.

As the founder of the “Little Bees” Public Library initiative, Professor Shu has established more than 50 rural public libraries since 2009, actively promoting reading initiatives. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Information Management from Peking University, a Master of Science in Information Science from Sun Yat-sen University, and a Ph.D. in Management from the Chinese Academy of Sciences. She has also served as a visiting scholar at the University of Rhode Island and National Taiwan University, where she collaborated on research in diversified library services, bibliotherapy, and emotional healing.

Event details:

• December 5th, Thursday, 16:00-17:00 (CST)
• Venue: LIB 2001 (Lecture Hall)
• Speaker: Dr. Man SHU, Professor of the Department of Information Management, South China Normal University

Please register here: https://duke.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6XnySNEkWGYxut0