Topic: Dyslexia

Definition

A brain-based learning disability that specifically impairs a person's ability to read.

Understanding Dyslexia

This toolkit helps parents and educators learn about dyslexia and how to support the literacy development of students with dyslexia.

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Dyslexia

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Parents & Families, Schools & Districts

Defining Dyslexia

Dyslexia is a brain-based learning disability that specifically impairs a person’s ability to read.

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Dyslexia

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Schools & Districts

Neurological Considerations for Dyslexia

Studies report fundamental differences in brain development and activation patterns between individuals with dyslexia and those without.

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Dyslexia

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Schools & Districts

State Policy and Dyslexia

The characteristics of dyslexia legislation.

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Dyslexia, Legislation

Audience:

Schools & Districts

Understanding Dyslexia: Myth vs. Facts

Breaking down the truth about Dyslexia.

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Dyslexia

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Parents & Families, Schools & Districts

Understanding Dyslexia: What are the Effects of Dyslexia

Signs of typical reading development and possible indicators of risk for dyslexia.

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Dyslexia

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Parents & Families, Schools & Districts

Can a young child (under age 6) be diagnosed with dyslexia or at that age is the focus on recognizing warning signs?

Expert: Donald Compton, Ph.D

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Parents & Families

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Dyslexia, Identification, Screening

Does Special Education law include dyslexia?

Expert: Susan Lowell

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Parents & Families

Topic:

Dyslexia, Legislation

What can we do to combat the stigma of dyslexia?

Expert: John Gabrieli Ph.D.

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Parents & Families

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Dyslexia

What do we know about what’s different in the brain of a person with dyslexia?

Expert: Guinevere Eden Ph.D.

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Parents & Families

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Dyslexia

What do you suggest using to support the argument to a school that a dyslexic student needs an Orton-Gillingham based program as part of their IEP? What research or information shows that Orton-Gillingham is the best approach for dyslexia?

Expert: Evelyn Johnson, Ph.D

Audience:

Parents & Families

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Dyslexia, Interventions

What is the relationship between MTSS and diagnosis of dyslexia? Does MTSS slow down the diagnosis?

Expert: Evelyn Johnson, Ph.D

Audience:

Parents & Families

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Dyslexia, Identification

Which is more appropriate for students with dyslexia: an IEP or 504 Plan?

Expert: Susan Lowell

Audience:

Parents & Families

Topic:

Dyslexia, Legislation

Why is early intervention so important for kids with dyslexia?

Expert: Jack Fletcher, Ph.D.

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Schools & Districts

Topic:

Dyslexia, Interventions

This paper aims to provide an overview and some insight into what is known about screening for dyslexia. Section I provides a brief overview of “what is dyslexia” and the importance of screening for dyslexia risk. In Section II of this paper, we discuss the neurological and behavioral aspects relevant to dyslexia as well as the emerging research in both areas. Section III provides a robust presentation of viewpoints and considerations for best practices in behavioral screening.

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Dyslexia, Screening

Audience:

Schools & Districts, State Agencies