Tuesday Tidbit #2
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month
"Spotlight on Dyslexia" - Rescheduled
Join us for an engaging experience in the simulated struggles of an individual with dyslexia. We will meet Tuesday, October 20th in the CMS-North Library from 6-7 pm. The following topics will be covered:
- facts and myths
- primary and secondary characteristics
- decoding text
- reading comprehension
- writing fluency
- spelling skills
- additional resources and support
What is Dyslexia??
Watch this short video for some of the brain research:
How to Teach a Learner with Dyslexia
Try teaching:
- big picture to small details
- parts to whole
- simple to the complex
- concrete to the abstract
- visual to the auditory
Try providing:
- a structured, orderly environment
- one or two verbal instructions at a time
- short, simple instructions with few words
- multi-sensory approach using three pathways of learning: visual, auditory, & tactile
Try giving:
- time to process
- time to respond
- time to complete assignments
*Time is a TRUE gift! With much review and practice at every step of the way, these learners can be successful.