Teacher Strategies for Dyslexics

International Dyslexia Association, 2000. - 22 p. (Authors not specified).Dyslexia is a language-based learning disability. Dyslexia refers to a cluster of symptoms, which result in people having difficulties with specific language skills, particularly reading. Students with dyslexia may experience difficulties in other language skills such as spelling, writing, and speaking. This handbook explains what dyslexia is and contains different ways to help students with dyslexia.Dyslexia Basics.
What is dyslexia?
What causes dyslexia?
How widespread is dyslexia?
What are the effects of dyslexia?
How is dyslexia diagnosed?
What are the signs of dyslexia?
How is dyslexia treated?
Common Signs of Dyslexia.
Common signs: Preschool.
Common signs: Kindergarten through fourth grade.
Ways to Spot the Dyslexic in the Classroom.
How Does the Dyslexic Student Learn?
Accommodating Students with Dyslexia in All Classroom Settings.
Types of Test Item Formats.
Spelling.
Study Skills - A Handout for Parents.