Upon completion of this section, you will:- Have an understanding of the steps that need to be taken to make a diagnosis of dyslexia or language disability in an educational setting
- Know what questions to ask prior to the evaluation
- Know what to tell your child before the evaluation
- Understand what you can expec
In this section, you will- Understand the academic demands at the college level
- Be familiar with the steps to take prior to college admission
- Be aware of reasonable and appropriate accommodations
- Know how to access support
- Understand what to do when accommodations are not met
- Know the supports for dyslexics at the U
Use these strategies to develop a strong, positive relationship with teachers and support staff.
Explore your rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
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Our goal is to help individuals with dyslexia, as well as parents, employers, and professionals of all kinds who have the privilege to work with dyslexics to better understand dyslexia and language disability, including current research findings and how to design intervention contexts based on best practices.
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