Dyslexia
What is dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and / or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties typically result from a deficit in the phonological component of language that is often unexpected in relation to other cognitive abilities and the provision of effective classroom instruction. Secondary consequences may include problems in reading comprehension and reduced reading experience that can impede growth of vocabulary and background knowledge. Studies show that individuals with dyslexia process information in a different area of the brain than do non-dyslexics. Many people who are dyslexic are of average to above average intelligence. (The International Dyslexia Association's definition)
What are some signs that my child might have dyslexia?
http://www.smartkidswithld.org/first-steps/what-are-learning-disabilities/dyslexia-an-overview
https://olentangydyslexianetwork.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/dyslexia-signs-and-symptoms.pdf
http://decodingdyslexiaoh.org/what-is/what-is-dyslexia/
How do I get my child tested for dyslexia (a specific learning disability)?
http://www.smartkidswithld.org/first-steps/evaluating-your-child-for-dyslexia/
What kinds of testing may be performed?
http://dyslexiahelp.umich.edu/professionals/learn-about-dyslexia/diagnosing-dyslexia/tests
What interventions and accommodations can help kids with dyslexia at school?
Understood At a Glance Accommodations
http://www.dys-add.com/getHelp.html
Dyslexia in the classroom
Assistive technology and study tools
Assistive Technology Center
AT Dyslexia
Quizlet
Noodle AT
In addition:
Bright Solutions for Dyslexia
Eye to Eye
Headstrong Nation
International Dyslexia Association
Learning Ally
Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity
The 1in5 Initiative
Children's Dyslexia Center
Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and / or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties typically result from a deficit in the phonological component of language that is often unexpected in relation to other cognitive abilities and the provision of effective classroom instruction. Secondary consequences may include problems in reading comprehension and reduced reading experience that can impede growth of vocabulary and background knowledge. Studies show that individuals with dyslexia process information in a different area of the brain than do non-dyslexics. Many people who are dyslexic are of average to above average intelligence. (The International Dyslexia Association's definition)
What are some signs that my child might have dyslexia?
http://www.smartkidswithld.org/first-steps/what-are-learning-disabilities/dyslexia-an-overview
https://olentangydyslexianetwork.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/dyslexia-signs-and-symptoms.pdf
http://decodingdyslexiaoh.org/what-is/what-is-dyslexia/
How do I get my child tested for dyslexia (a specific learning disability)?
http://www.smartkidswithld.org/first-steps/evaluating-your-child-for-dyslexia/
What kinds of testing may be performed?
http://dyslexiahelp.umich.edu/professionals/learn-about-dyslexia/diagnosing-dyslexia/tests
What interventions and accommodations can help kids with dyslexia at school?
Understood At a Glance Accommodations
http://www.dys-add.com/getHelp.html
Dyslexia in the classroom
Assistive technology and study tools
Assistive Technology Center
AT Dyslexia
Quizlet
Noodle AT
In addition:
Bright Solutions for Dyslexia
Eye to Eye
Headstrong Nation
International Dyslexia Association
Learning Ally
Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity
The 1in5 Initiative
Children's Dyslexia Center
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Getting Involved to Make a Difference
Further support for dyslexia in Central Ohio may be found in the Central Ohio Branch of the International Dyslexia Association: http://www.cobida.org/
Want to get involved in a grassroots movement to help our kids with dyslexia? Check out Decoding Dyslexia Ohio here: http://decodingdyslexiaoh.org/
Central Ohio school districts with parent organizations to advocate for children with dyslexia:
- Olentangy School District District: http://olentangydyslexianetwork.com/
