What is Orthographic Mapping? What is Orthographic Mapping? Orthographic mapping is the process of forming letter-sound connections in order to combine and recall the spelling, pronunciation, and the meaning of words. It involves the critical process by which children are able to learn to read words at a glance, spell a word aloud (and from […]
The 3 Ways Dyslexia is Experienced The 3 Ways Dyslexia is Experienced Dyslexia is more complex than what was originally understood. Research now demonstrates that there are 3 subsets of dyslexia; phonological awareness, rapid automated naming, and double deficit. This was demonstrated by different patterns of brain activation of the participants when reading and rhyming […]
Phonemic Awareness and Its Importance for Academic Skills Phonemic Awareness and Its Importance for Academic Skills Phonemic awareness is the ability to be aware of and use individual sounds, also known as phonemes, in spoken words. Phonemic awareness is crucial for developing fluent reading. Phonological awareness refers to the broader skill of recognizing and utilizing […]
Classroom Accommodations for Dyslexia Classroom Accommodations for Dyslexia In addition to engaging in our signature training system (The Power Learning Tower), an effective treatment for dyslexia is accommodations and learning strategies that are individually tailored to the person’s needs. Although there are similarities in the signs and symptoms of dyslexia, each person will have their […]
Best accommodations for Dyslexia Best Accommodations for Dyslexia In addition to engaging in our signature training system (The Power Learning Tower), an effective treatment for dyslexia is accommodations and learning strategies that are individually tailored to the person’s needs. Although there are similarities in the signs and symptoms of dyslexia, each person will have their […]
Dyslexia Signs & Symptoms by Age Group Dyslexia Signs & Symptoms by Age Group Preschool Even before exposure to reading material begins in the classroom, children can demonstrate signs and symptoms of dyslexia. The disorder can affect the child’s verbal language skills, which are the precursors to reading abilities. Signs and symptoms to look for […]
Dyslexia: The Assessment & Diagnostic Process Dyslexia: The Assessment & Diagnostic Process When an individual is suspected of having dyslexia, they are referred for a Psychoeducational Evaluation (this evaluation is also known as a Psychological, Learning Disability, or a Neuropsychological Evaluation), typically by a teacher or sometimes by the child’s parent who notices that the […]
What is Dyslexia? What is Dyslexia? Dyslexia, also known as Reading Disorder, is a learning disorder that causes individuals difficulty with reading individual words or sentences and pronouncing words. Individuals with dyslexia can also struggle with other skills related to reading, such as reading comprehension, spelling, and writing. The disorder is typically identified in early […]
Dyslexia Facts Dyslexia Facts Fact #1: Dyslexia can be successfully treated! Research suggests that the most severely reading-disabled students can make an average of a standard deviation of improvement on nationally normed reading tests! The key to a successful intervention, research has shown us, includes: -Directly teaching phonemic awareness to the advanced level -Teaching and […]
Dyslexia Myths Dyslexia Myths There are several myths associated with dyslexia, many of which have fortunately been clarified and better understood as a result of years of research on the manifestation and characteristics of the disorder. It is important to understand the myths surrounding dyslexia in order to eliminate stereotypes and stigma that is placed […]
