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Dyslexia 101: Definition, Characteristics, Assessment
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Dyslexia 101: Definition, Characteristics, Assessment

Comprehensive Definition, Characteristics, Assessment, & Special Education
Created byDanielle Kelly, M.Ed., NBCT
Last updated 5/2017
English
English [Auto],Portuguese [Auto],

What you'll learn

  • Students will develop and apply skills needed to provide quality reading instruction to students in various grade levels.
  • Provide a current and thorough definition of Dyslexia.
  • Illustrate the correlation between brain function and reading.
  • Discuss the brain structure of an individual with Dyslexia.
  • Compare a Dyslexic's brain structure with that of a neuro-typical individual.

Course content

6 sections • 7 lectures • 1h 23m total length

  • Definition of Dyslexia9:58

    Dyslexia is a complex, neurobiological disorder that impacts the parts of the brain that process language. Within this lecture three specific parts of the brain are discussed with visuals. A thorough and comprehensive definition of Dyslexia is discussed as well. Please be sure to utilize downloadable materials designed to assist in the note-taking process. They make excellent resources upon course completion. 

  • Definition of Dyslexia Quiz

Requirements

  • Technology capable of downloading and printing PDF support materials to use as references upon course completion.
  • Working knowledge of phonics and the basic reading process.

Description

Dyslexia is a complex, neurobiological disorder. Many myths about Dyslexia exist including the belief that it doesn't really exist. Struggling readers are simply unmotivated and lazy. This course was created using current research in diagnostic practice in order to provide professionals, parents, and caregivers a comprehensive insight into the reasons why reading is such a laborious process for some individuals. Within this course brain based research is presented, along with a comprehensive definition of Dyslexia including its characteristics. The assessment process for Dyslexia is also discussed, as well as the Special Education Process. Information contained within the lectures is based on current research, industry practice, and tailored to meet the needs of educational professionals, parents, and caregivers of struggling readers. Take this course to enhance current skills, or to be able to develop and apply entirely new ones needed to assist in dispelling Dyslexia's myths. 

Who this course is for:

  • Educational Professionals in need of quality professional development
  • Parents and caregivers with struggling readers

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