When Children Have Trouble Reading
Benefits of Group Instruction Social Learning Theory has been popular since the 60’s and 70’s and is the foundation of our educational system. It’s no secret that children learn from observing others. In fact, we have specialized cells in our brains called mirror...
Understanding Dyslexia – Part 2
Unpacking the Definition – Problems in Practice I want to unpack the definition of Dyslexia that I provided to you in part 1 of this series. As a refresher, I will provide the definition again: “Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurological in...
Understanding Dyslexia – Part 1
I want to write to help people understand Dyslexia. To define it, to conceptualize it, and to perhaps recognize it. I believe this type of writing will also help to reduce some of the stigma that can occur around the label Dyslexia. I am composing a 2-part blog...
Best Teaching Practices for Struggling Readers
Dyslexia, reading disability, learning disability, or learning difference. Whatever you call it, if your child is not reading at grade level or has difficulty with spelling, your child demonstrates a typical learning profile. The “typically” developing brain will...
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