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4.6 7 Not-So-Well-Known Myths About Dyslexia


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Many social media posts and articles highlight well-known myths about dyslexia, and that information has been disseminated well. However, there are additional myths, when it comes to dyslexia, that deserve a more robust discussion. 

In this episode, we’re exploring seven lesser-known myths about dyslexia. 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

  • The Neurobiology of Dyslexia by Devin M. Kearns, Roeland Hancock, Fumiko Hoeft, Kenneth R. Pugh, and Stephen J. Frost
  • Towards a dynamic, comprehensive conceptualization of dyslexia by Maryanne Wolf, Rebecca J. M. Gotlieb, Sohyun An Kim, Veronica Pedroza, Laura V. Rhinehart, Maria Luisa Gorno Tempini, Sue Sears
  • 4.1 A Dynamic Study of Dyslexia
  • Arguments for the Use of Cognitive Tests in the Assessment of Dyslexia
  • 1.15 All About Accommodations for Dyslexia
  • 3.12 Harnessing the Power of Assistive Technology with Katie Larew
  • 3.8 Alternatives to Double-Dosing in Dyslexia Intervention
  • 4.4 and 4.5 The Foundational Principles of Orton-Gillingham - part 1 and part 2
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