https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/30514 2026-05-07T18:45:34Z 2026-05-07T18:45:34Z Mercieca, Duncan P. Mercieca, Daniela Borg Bugeja, Maria Stephanie https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/135458 2025-05-19T05:53:09Z 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: In Hermes’ shoes : labelling and diagnosing children as acts of translation Authors: Mercieca, Duncan P.; Mercieca, Daniela; Borg Bugeja, Maria Stephanie Abstract: Educational psychologists (EP) are constantly engaged in diagnosing and labelling children. In this article, we explore this by thinking of the EP as a translator, where the child is translated into psychologised discourse which often results in the allocation of support. This paper questions this act of translation and the role of the EP as the translator. Through Derrida’s writing we point out that this process of translation is not automatic and linear, but is rather complex, uncertain, and aporetic in nature. The EP is caught in a double-bind in this process of translation. We argue that while this could be difficult for the EP, this offers possibilities for transgressions. This article draws upon vignettes from EP practice to question processes of labelling and diagnosis.

2018-01-01T00:00:00Z Galea Seychell, Olivia https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/30237 2018-05-23T01:25:35Z 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Understanding Irlen Syndrome in the classroom Authors: Galea Seychell, Olivia Abstract: The right of every student is to learn in an open and inclusive education system. Students have diverse needs. The role of the educator is to connect with the students and take stock of their needs and ensure that the teaching methods do not put the student at a disadvantage. A successful education system is based on the principle of equity. Students are treated fairly and respectfully making sure that they are supported to address their needs. This paper focuses on visual perceptual difficulty known as Irlen Syndrome and how this syndrome contributes to difficulties to succeed in the education system. It also underlines what methods can be adopted to counteract the difficulties faced by students with Irlen Syndrome.

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