This two-day course focuses on the scientific definition of dyslexia and its common characteristics standardized by the International Dyslexia Association and the most effective research-based methodologies.  The instructor demonstrates multisensory structured language techniques based on the

Structured Literacy philosophy in the areas of reading, spelling and writing. This interactive session demonstrates ways to meet the challenges of teaching students with dyslexia with an emphasis on differentiating instruction to assure coverage of essential components for student progress.

COURSE OBJECTIVES AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

Participants will be able to:

•Experience a dyslexia simulation

•Understand the definition of dyslexia

•Interpret the Se a of Strengths Model of Dyslexia

•Analyze the neurobiological basis of dyslexia

•Discuss the secondary consequences of dyslexia

•Describe the characteristics of dyslexia at different age levels

•Interpret dyslexia screening assessment and diagnosis

•Interpret accommodations for students with dyslexia

•Identify the social/emotional consequences of dyslexia

•Name the characteristics of the successful student

with dyslexia

•Understand the history of the Structured Literacy

philosophy and methodology

•Identify the content of Structured Language teaching

and the principles of effective instruction

•Apply teaching strategies in the areas of reading,

spelling, and writing

•Discuss state and national dyslexia laws