Dyslexia Services
What is Dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties typically result from a deficit in the phonological component of language that is often unexpected in relation to other cognitive abilities and the provision of effective classroom instruction. Secondary consequences may include problems in reading comprehension and reduced reading experience that can impeded growth of vocabulary and background knowledge.
Common Risk Factors Associated with Dyslexia can be found in the TEA Dyslexia Handbook 2021 pages 3-4.
DYSLEXIA PARENT AWARENESS
DYSLEXIA AND DYSGRAPHIA RESOURCES
DYSLEXIA/DYSGRAPHIA RESOURCES:
Dyslexia Toolkit
Technology for Students with Dyslexia
DYSLEXIA RESOURCES (AUDIO BOOKS):
For questions about the Talking Book Program please call:
1-800-252-9605
Dyslexia Helpline
1-800-232-3030
E.C.I.S.D. DYSLEXIA INSTRUCTION PROGRAMS
DYSLEXIA INSTRUCTION PROGRAMS
S.P.I.R.E. (Kinder - 5th gr.)
S.P.I.R.E. is a research proven reading intervention program. It is designed to build reading success through an intensive, structured, and spiraling curriculum that incorporates phonological awareness, phonics, spelling, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension in a systematic 10-step lesson plan.
Explicit Teacher-led Instruction
Lessons are clearly written and keep teachers at the center of instruction.
Consistent 10-step Lesson
Systematic, sequentially structured lessons ensure mastery of concepts and allow for easy implementation.
Multisensory Learning
Auditory, visual, and kinesthetic activities keep students actively engaged.
Mastery of Concepts
Data-driven instruction with continual practice and review ensure measurable and permanent gains.
LANGUAGE! Live (Grades 6th -12th)
LANGUAGE! Live blends personalized, online learning with teacher-led instruction. Students are assessed and placed in the level of LANGUAGE! Live that will enable him/her to accelerate learning and achieve success. The learning progression of the program will improve your student's basic decoding and spelling skills and advanced word analysis.
In the online component of LANGUAGE! Live, students move at their own pace and can work from any location with internet access. They receive continuous feedback throughout the year on how they are doing.
In the textbook component, students build comprehension, vocabulary, language and writing skills through direct teacher interaction. The instruction in this component is targeted to help them meet grade-level expectations.
The combination of the two components - online learning and teacher-led instruction - will accelerate students' reading and writing skills and position them to be successful in classwork and in future endeavors.
DYSLEXIA PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COURSES
Dyslexia: A TEA Professional Learning Courses (ONLINE training):
The purpose of this course is to empower educators to serve and advocate for students with or at risk for dyslexia. The course consists of four modules. Participants will earn 6 CPE credits once they complete this course. To register for this course simply click on the link below:
This course is designed to help educators understand the importance of teaching foundational reading skills to students who struggle to read on grade level. Participants will earn 6 CPE credits once they complete this course. To register for this course simply click on the link below:
https://register.tealearn.com/browse/tea/network/inclusion-in-texas-network/courses/literacy-for-all