In this four-week course (20-30 hours) participants will be introduced to the signs and symptoms of dyslexia and discuss popular myths. We will discuss what dyslexia is, what it isn’t and what the appropriate interventions should include. Participants will be given the opportunity to have in-depth discussions about structured literacy approaches and about the research that supports it. While this class is asynchronous, it is also taught by a seasoned instructor, so you will have the opportunity to have your questions answered, while also building a community with other participants. You will be given opportunities to engage and discuss simulations.
Topics Covered:
- What Dyslexia is and what it isn’t.
- What an appropriate intervention includes.
- A discussion about the current research that supports a structured literacy approach.
- A discussion about appropriate accommodations.
Who this course is for: educators in all capacities, parents, psychologists, private practitioners, SLPs, advocates, etc.
Instructors: All DTI courses are taught by a seasoned instructor who helps build community within the course as well as provides an opportunity to have questions answered.
Required Text– Overcoming Dyslexia, Sally Shaywitz
All supplemental materials and videos are included within the course site.
Graduate Extension Credits are available from the University of San Diego
Keywords: Dyslexia, Structured Literacy, Orton-Gillingham, Science of Reading
**This course can be customized for groups (e.g. districts, schools, parent, advocacy).
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March 18th - April 12th May 27th - June 21st August 19th - September 13th October 28th - November 22nd |
| FEE: $225 |
If you are interested in registering for graduate level extension credits through the University of
San Diego, please click here. Please note you must also register for the course
through the Dyslexia Training Institute by clicking on the “Continue to secure Registration” button above.