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Symptoms of dyslexia in adults. Some symptoms of dyslexia in older children and adults include issues with: reading. completing math problems. memorization. time management. Adults with dyslexia ...
Work with a reading intervention specialist Studies show that the brain can adapt, and your reading ability can improve if you use interventions that target your decoding skills and your knowledge ...
READ 180 is a reading intervention program created by the Scholastic Corporation (Scholastic). Its focus is to utilize adaptive technology to improve literacy in students in Grades 4–12 who read at least two years below their grade level. In 2011, Scholastic released its newest version, READ 180 Next Generation, aligned to meet the ...
The Orton-Gillingham approach is a multisensory phonics technique for remedial reading instruction developed in the early-20th century. It is practiced as a direct, explicit, cognitive, cumulative, and multi-sensory approach. While it is most commonly associated with teaching individuals with dyslexia, it is highly effective for all individuals ...
The takeaway. Occupational therapy focuses on building skills people need to function independently at home, at work, and in school. For people with ADHD, occupational therapy can be especially ...
Disability. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act ( IDEA) is a piece of American legislation that ensures students with a disability are provided with a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) that is tailored to their individual needs. IDEA was previously known as the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (EHA) from 1975 to 1990.
Learning Strategies. These tips can help both kids and adults with dyslexia: Read in a quiet place with no distractions. Listen to books on CD or computer, and read along with the recording. Break ...
inappropriate sizing and spacing of letters. difficulty copying words. slow or labored writing. difficulty visualizing words before writing them. unusual body or hand position when writing. tight ...