What’s our vision? All teachers have the tools they need for their children to succeed, including students with dyslexia.
Resources for teachers: International Dyslexia Association Resources 1)The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) has created several documents to define what all teachers of reading need to know and be able to do to teach all students to read proficiently. The IDA Standards were written for two main audiences: classroom educators and dyslexia specialists. Click here for more information. 2) IDA’s credentialing activities include the review and accreditation of university and independent teacher training programs and certification of individuals. For a list of university programs that have been accredited by IDA click here. 3) The IDA issues certifications recognizing professionals with the knowledge and skills to teach individuals with dyslexia to read. The purpose of these credentials is to appropriately assess a professional’s ability to provide the necessary remediation for individuals with dyslexia and offer information to the public to choose qualified professionals. For more information – click here. Curriculum Materials and Ideas
Specifically our vision includes Statewide training for both pre-service and in-service teachers on the following: The unique neurological and behavioral characteristics of dyslexia, teaching approaches and knowledge on accommodations that address the learning needs of students with dyslexia, and evidence-based reading instruction that are effective for all students, including students with dyslexia. Students with dyslexia need instruction with the following elements.
- Florida Center for Reading Research
- M.A. Rooney Foundation
- Ascend Learning Center
- Understanding Foundational Skills
- Reading League Book List
- Reading Programs and Professional Development Websites
- Colorado Dept. of Education: Assessing, Preventing, and Overcoming Reading Difficulties
- Reading Rockets Modules – Reading Basics
Check out your local school to see if they partner with The Shadow Project. Shadow which has historically supported children within the special education classroom, is expanding its evidence-based programming to a more comprehensive model that serves children when they are in their mainstream classroom, after school, and at home. Shadow began working with principals, special education and teachers, parents and after-school providers at five K-8 Portland Public Schools to bring full-day reading support to children with print-related disabilities. Shadow supports children with dyslexia and other print disabilities by offering access to books on tape with Learning Ally.
How does recent Oregon Legislation impact you?
As per SB 612, the Oregon Department of Education will create a list of approved training opportunities for in-service teachers. Check the ODE website to keep informed as to when this list will be available. In the meantime you can attend one of our monthly meetings and receive PDU’s on a variety of topics.