Open the calendar and click the link to listen to a clip or read an article that explores dyslexia and evidence-based reading strategies.
Featuring: Dr. Shaywitz, Emily Hanford, Hilderbrand Pelzer III, Kate Griggs, and more!
Sponsored by Microsoft
October 16, 2020
This fall's Dyslexia and Literacy Conference focusing on Executive Function: Oral Language Connections to Reading and Writing, is designed for teachers, practitioners, and parents to help them learn to identify, understand, and provide evidence-based instruction for students who have dyslexia.
If you are interested in learning more about conference sponsorship, please contact The Dyslexia Foundation.
Dr. Shawn Robinson shares his journey and experience with dyslexia and has written a book to encourage struggling readers. Learn more about his work and purchasing his book by visiting the website Doctor Dyslexia Dude
What are the realities of dyslexia and reading?
Listen to Dr. Tim Odegard, Chair of Excellence in Dyslexic Studies at the Tennessee Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia share his knowledge and journey.
Explore more resources by visiting the Tennessee Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia.
Why are dyslexic advocates so passionate? Watch this powerful documentary that explains the challenges many families experience trying to get help for their struggling readers.
As you watch, think about all the students who cannot afford lawyers to fight for the right to read. Is this an equitable system?
States need to do more to support teacher training and evidence-based reading instruction. The teachers are only doing what they were taught in their preparation programs.
Learn more about the film by visiting Our Dyslexic Children