Dr. Pierson Asks
A Dyslexia Reflection by Dr. Joanne Pierson
In my "Ask Dr. Pierson" column, I typically write about a dyslexia-related issue that has been asked of me by one of you. This month, I am turning that around to "Dr. Pierson Asks." I am asking you to help.
READ DR. PIERSON ASKSThe Eyes Still Don't Have It
By Lauren A. Katz, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Despite countless expert statements and empirical studies showing no causal connection between vision disorders and reading disorders, we continue to encounter questions from parents and professionals about the role of vision in dyslexia.
READ THE EYES STILLDON'T HAVE IT
Clues to Dyslexia Checklists
We have developed checklists to use with your students or clients to identify behaviors indicative of dyslexia at various age levels. They can help you get an understanding of the behaviors of concern, and provide a starting point for assessment and diagnosis.
REVIEW THE CHECKLISTSStudy Focuses on the Relationship of Early Brain Connections and Later Functional Development
A recent MIT study finds new imaging technology may have the potential to help identify children at risk for dyslexia.
READ ABOUT THE STUDYStrategies for Teaching Reading Comprehension
By Dr. Michael Ryan
Here are the before, during, and after strategies to enhance reading comprehension, beginning with selecting something to read, and ending with how the reader integrates text into his or her knowledge base and demonstrates that knowledge.
READ STRATEGIES FOR TEACHING READING COMPREHENSIONDyslexia Success Story
Octavia Butler
Author
Award-winning author of 13 books, including multiple best-selling trilogies, African-American female Octavia Butler proved her race and gender did not hold her back from doing what she loved—and neither did her dyslexia.
READ MORE ABOUT OCTAVIA BUTLERGiving Blueday
On November 29, the University of Michigan will once again host Giving Blueday, a 24-hour, university-wide day of giving. Giving Blueday is the University of Michigan's day to support what you are most passionate about.
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