Overcoming Dyslexia
This Second Edition copy of Overcoming Dyslexia is even better than the first!
It is the go-to book for the most recent evidence-based information on the why, what and how of dyslexia. The authors do an amazing job making the information user-friendly so that educators as well as parents learn to recognize the characteristics of dyslexia and come up with a plan to effectively deal with it in a positive way. The preservation of self-esteem is at the core of all of the strategies discussed and while the problems associated with dyslexia are shared in a straight-forward and scientific way, common strengths of dyslexics are also considered so that they learn to progress through life in a meaningful way. All age-groups are considered, from birth to beyond college. I highly recommend this book to any educator looking to understand and address this reading disorder which affects approximately one in five children.
Required Reading: Overcoming Dyslexia By Sally Shaywitz, M.D. and Jonathan Shaywitz, M.D.
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1) Purchase and read Overcoming Dyslexia - Second Edition - By Sally Shaywitz, M.D. and Jonathan Shaywitz, M.D.
You can find this second edition book at amazon.com or your favorite bookstore.
2) Write complete answers to all of the questions on the Book Study Handout. The handout is provided to you after registration is completed.
3) For educators seeking clock hours or professional development hours: In addition to Assignments 1 and 2 above...
Design a school that addresses the needs of dyslexic learners. Take a close look at chapter 24 in the text, and write a 2-3 page paper where you detail the specific components of what your ideal school will look like. Be specific about why you chose to include certain components in your school. For example, if one of your components is a low student to teacher ratio, then discuss the rationale for that decision. Do not let funds get in the way of the design of your school. Your assignment is to incorporate and discuss at least three important components of the design of your school that will effectively meet the needs of dyslexics.
Paper should be typed, double spaced using a 10-12 pt. font. Turn in the 2-3 page paper.
Effective July 1, 2024:
For educators seeking college credit rather than clock hours, here is the modified requirement: In addition to Assignments 1 and 2 above...
Design a school that addresses the needs of dyslexic learners. Take a close look at chapter 24 in the text, and write a 5-6 page paper where you detail the specific components of what your ideal school will look like. Be specific about why you chose to include certain components in your school. For example, if one of your components is a low student to teacher ratio, then discuss the rationale for that decision. Do not let funds get in the way of the design of your school. Your assignment is to incorporate and discuss at least 5 important components of the design of your school that will effectively meet the needs of dyslexics.
Paper should be typed, double spaced using a 10-12 pt. font. Turn in the 5-6 page paper.
All 3 assignments must be completed within 1 year. Upload completed handout and paper to your Dashboard on the website or email all completed assignments and paperwork to lorie@teacherstudy.org.
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Grading Criteria - Overcoming Dyslexia - Second Edition
1) All 3 assignments must be completed within 1 year. Upload your documents to your Teacher Study Dashboard or Email all completed assignments and paperwork to lorie@teacherstudy.org.
2) The rubric for the Book Study Handout is broken down into 4 goal areas.
The first goal area pertains to questions #1-34 on the handout. You will simply need to answer these questions and earn a “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” according to the rubric.
The second goal area pertains to questions #35-52 on the handout. You will simply need to answer these questions and earn a “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” according to the rubric.
The third goal area pertains to questions #53-58 on the handout. You will simply need to answer these questions and earn a “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” according to the rubric.
The fourth goal area pertains to questions #59-78 on the handout. You will simply need to answer these questions and earn a “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” according to the rubric.
The maximum number of combined points that can be earned is 20 (4 points on each of the 4 goal areas for the answers to the questions on the handout and 4 points for the reflection paper).
3) The rubric for the Overcoming Dyslexia - Second Edition Reflection Paper explains how to earn a “1”, “2”, “3” or “4”.
“A” grade = 18-20 points
“B” grade = 16-17 points
“C” grade = 14-15 points
“D” grade = 12-13 points
“F” grade = 11 points or less
A “NC” (no credit) grade will be given if all three assignments are not completed within one year.
Pass/No Pass Grading System (for clock hours or continuing education credits)
Pass = 14-20 points
No Pass = Less than 14 points
A “NC” (no credit) grade will be given if all three 3 assignments are not completed within 1 year.
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