What is dysgraphia, how do we test for it, and what can we do to help our students?

504 and Special Education as well as Accommodations and Modifications are often used interchangeably. However, they mean very different things. Join me as I break them down to hopefully make them easier to understand.

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In today’s episode, we’ll be talking about some of the struggles students with dyslexia face and how a positive mindset can help.

For more information on Growth Mindset check out Dr. Carol Dweck's book "Mindset" and her TED Talk "Developing a Growth Mindset".

What does dyslexia intervention look like? We'll take a peek at standard protocol instruction, the components of dyslexia instruction, who can teach it, and what generally happens during intervention sessions.

In this episode, I explain the assessment process, the implications of the assessment, and how a determination is made.

In this episode, we dive into what the research actually says about supporting students with dyslexia so they can thrive academically. We explore classroom practices, instructional methods, mindset shifts, and the most effective assistive technology tools used today for reading, writing, and executive-function support.

This episode is perfect for educators, evaluators, parents, and literacy enthusiasts who want evidence-based strategies they can implement immediately.

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