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Informationen zum Autor April McMurtrey is the developer of the Learn Reading program, a reading curriculum designed for struggling and dyslexic learners. As a professional reading and dyslexia specialist, April has helped thousands of students break through their reading barriers and unlock the world of words. Her desire is for struggling readers of all ages to have access to quality reading instruction that will change lives and strengthen generations. Klappentext Hands-on resources for screening readers of all ages for dyslexia In Is It Dyslexia? , certified dyslexia assessment specialist April McMurtrey delivers an accessible, hands-on framework for screening readers of various ages for dyslexia.. The book offers comprehensive, clear, and step-by-step processes you can apply immediately to confidently and accurately screen readersfor dyslexia. The author shares the tools and strategies used by professional screeners, as well as first, next, and final steps you can take as you move forward with your screening results. The book includes: Explanations of what dyslexia is, as well as an overview of common talents and strengths often found in readers with dyslexia A collection of recommended accommodations for students with dyslexia in the home and school and effective literacy instruction for students with dyslexia A comprehensive dyslexia questionnaire, eleven different screening tests, and step-by-step instructions for administering them Ideal for tutors, homeschool teachers, parents, instructional coaches, counselors, and speech-language therapists, Is It Dyslexia? comes complete with reproducibles and links to video tutorials required for screening students of various ages. Zusammenfassung Hands-on resources for screening readers of all ages for dyslexiaIn Is It Dyslexia?, certified dyslexia assessment specialist April McMurtrey delivers an accessible, hands-on framework for screening readers of various ages for dyslexia.. The book offers comprehensive, clear, and step-by-step processes you can apply immediately to confidently and accurately screen readersfor dyslexia. The author shares the tools and strategies used by professional screeners, as well as first, next, and final steps you can take as you move forward with your screening results.The book includes:* Explanations of what dyslexia is, as well as an overview of common talents and strengths often found in readers with dyslexia* A collection of recommended accommodations for students with dyslexia in the home and school and effective literacy instruction for students with dyslexia* A comprehensive dyslexia questionnaire, eleven different screening tests, and step-by-step instructions for administering themIdeal for tutors, homeschool teachers, parents, instructional coaches, counselors, and speech-language therapists, Is It Dyslexia? comes complete with reproducibles and links to video tutorials required for screening students of various ages. Inhaltsverzeichnis About the Author vii Introduction ix Part I Understanding Dyslexia 1 1 Recognizing the Signs of Dyslexia 3 Michael's Story 3 Signs of Dyslexia 12 Summary 23 2 Unraveling Misinformation about Dyslexia 25 John's Story 25 Myths about Dyslexia 28 Summary 32 3 Embracing Dyslexia 33 Emma's Story 33 Systematic, Synthetic, Explicit Code-Based Instruction 35 Summary 36 4 What to Do If You Suspect Dyslexia 37 Your Story 37 Summary 38 Part II Screening for Dyslexia 39 5 Understanding the Dyslexia Screening Process 41 Introduction to the Screening Process 41 Dyslexia Screening Q&A 42 Summary 44 6 Instructions for the Dyslexia Screening 45 Prepare for the Screening 45 Administer the Screening Tasks 47<...
