Dyslexia Information

The Big Picture. Rethinking Dyslexia. Cincinnati Screening

2013-09-16T07:12:00.000-07:00

October Is DYSLEXIA AWARENESS MONTH. Please join Dyslexia Testing & Information Services, LLC, www.dtisinfo.com, as they host this FREE movie screening to raise awareness about dyslexia in the Greater Cincinnati area.

The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia provides personal and uplifting accounts of the dyslexic experience from children, experts and iconic leaders, such as Sir Richard Branson and financier Charles Schwab. Directed by James Redford, the film not only clears up the misconceptions about the condition, but also paints a picture of hope for all who struggle with it.

Shining a spotlight on the latest scientific and psychological research, the film also highlights the work of Drs. Sally and Bennett Shaywitz, co-founders and co-directors of the Yale Center of Dyslexia and Creativity to illuminate the hidden origins and implications of dyslexia. Proving that dyslexia is a neurological issue and not a character flaw, The Big Picture beautifully illustrates that while the condition is an obstacle, it also carries some unique advantages, and ultimately can be overcome.

When: Thursday October 24, 2013 6-8 p.m.
Where: Cincinnati Sports Club 3590 Red Bank Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45227

Space is limited for this event. Please RSVP by 10/23/13 to sbd@dtisinfo.com.

OH Legislature Names October as "Dyslexia Awareness Month"

2013-06-12T17:53:00.001-07:00

Dyslexia Bill Passes the Ohio House of Representatives (HB 97: Brenner, Letson)

Today, the Ohio House of Representatives, 130th General Assembly, voted on HB 97, a bill that State Rep. Andrew Brenner sponsored to make October "Dyslexia Awareness Month." This coincides with National Dyslexia Awareness Month. The bill passed 90-2.

This follows Rep. Brenner's carrying HB 96 (Brenner, Celeste) through the 129th General Assembly and to Gov. John Kasich's desk where Kasich signed it in to law. HB 96 created a pilot program for dyslexic students so that they be identified as dyslexic and learn to read in school.

"In Ohio, it is the state's Constitutional responsibility to provide education for all children in the state," Rep. Brenner said. "How can we properly educate a dyslexic child if we aren't even aware that he or she is dyslexic? By providing awareness of dyslexia and what it is, it will be easier to identify children with it and help them learn to read."

Why do we need to be aware of dyslexia?

In our schools today, students learn with what is called the "whole language" or "whole word" method, and most students are no longer taught phonics. If you are dyslexic and mix up letters as you read, you cannot learn to read in our schools. Dyslexic students need to be taught to learn to read with phonics, but usually they are not diagnosed until late elementary or middle school grades.

In addition, many in our prisons cannot read because they are dyslexic and were never diagnosed properly or helped. As we know, if someone cannot learn to read, they cannot survive in today's economy. If you view this simply from an economic perspective, it costs less for us to catch a dyslexic child early in life than to have him or her graduate from high school -- if that even happens -- and end up on the welfare roll, all because the person never learned to read.

Overall, 10-20% of the population is dyslexic. Among our students in Ohio, as many as 300,000 have dyslexia. These individuals need to be helped as children, and through creating awareness for teachers, aides, tutors, parents and family members, we can help to make sure that all of our state's children can learn to read. The earlier we diagnose the problem and help the child, the greater the chance of helping that child become a successful, productive adult who can contribute to our society in a positive way.

For more information or to schedule an interview with State Rep. Andrew Brenner, please email communications@brenner4ohio.com.

Right to Obtain an Independent Evaluation

2013-04-29T07:21:00.002-07:00

Read here about the right to obtain an IEE, Independent Educational Evaluation for your child.

STUDENTS NEEDED- Reading Research/ADHD Study

2013-04-09T16:46:00.002-07:00

Cincinnati Children's Hospital is seeking students age 8-12 who have trouble reading AND diagnosed ADHD.

What
This is a research study to compare the brain activity of children with reading difficulties to that of typical readers following reading training.

Who
Children 8 to 12 years old who
• Have been diagnosed with a reading disability
and
• Have no history of mental illness or head trauma

Pay
Families may receive up to $100 for time and travel.

Details
For more information, contact Nicole Cicchino at nicole.cicchino@cchmc.org or 513-636-0160.

Northern OH Dyslexia Presentation- FREE

2013-04-04T09:20:00.001-07:00

FREE Dyslexia Presentation

2013-03-19T17:28:00.000-07:00

Susan Barton, a leading expert in the field of dyslexia, will present a FREE 3 hour presentation in Cold Spring, KY.

First Baptist Church of Cold Spring
4410 Alexandria Pike Cold Spring, KY 41076

Friday, April 26, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EDT)

To Register, click here.

You will learn:

Dyslexia's inheritance patterns and the genetic link
The symptoms of mild dyslexia in adults
The classic warning signs in children
Why most dyslexic children don't qualify for special ed
Research-based "best practices" to improve spelling, reading, and writing
Why tutoring alone is not enough -- and much more!!!

Who should attend?

Parents who are trying to determine if dyslexia is their child's issue, or who know it is and need to understand all the areas that it will impact, including math and memorization

Teachers who don't understand why children who can't master spelling and struggle with reading don't qualify for special education services

Reading Specialists who need to know how to informally identify which of their struggling readers may have dyslexia -- and what to do to help them

Principals who want to start early intervention programs to achieve the goal of No Child Left Behind -- that every student is reading at grade level by the end of third grade

Resource Specialists who need to know how to close the gap for students who have a learning disability

School Psychologists who want to learn to distinguish dyslexia from other learning disabilities

Speech Language Therapists who are often the first specialists to work with dyslexic children because of their difficulty articulating R's and L's, M's and N's, and S, SH and CH

Pediatricians who are often asked by parents to test their children for dyslexia

Counselors and Psychologists who often deal with the lifelong emotional damage that undetected dyslexia and academic failure causes

Susan Barton is trained in seven different Orton-Gillingham-based programs and teaches graduate-level courses on dyslexia through the University of San Diego.

Susan was recently inducted into the International Dyslexia Association’s Hall of Honor.

Click here to learn more about Susan.

Join Learning Ally for a FREE webinar

2013-03-01T05:33:00.000-08:00

Dyslexia: Diagnosis,
Planning and Support for Struggling Readers

Join us for a free live webinar

March 12, 2013 at 1 p.m. EST

When students begin to experience challenges with reading and related learning issues, it can be difficult for parents to understand what specifically is happening and how to best support their children.

In this free one-hour webinar sponsored by Learning Ally, Dr. Paul B. Yellin, Director of The Yellin Center for Mind, Brain, and Education will provide:

A detailed explanation of what is meant when we talk about "dyslexia"

An in-depth look at the many types of subtle learning variations that may be at play when a student is struggling with reading, spelling, or other challenges

Insight into why understanding each learner's individual strengths as well asweaknesses should be an essential component of educational planning.

Dr. Yellin will help parents, teachers and practitioners understand how developing appropriate strategies and interventions can improve children's reading skills and boost self-esteem. When families are armed with a deeper understanding of the root causes of a student's reading symptoms, they can help to grow resilient, improved learners with a rekindled love of reading.

I cannot attend the webinar, but please notify me when a recorded version is available online.
I would like more information about Learning Ally.

About Dr. Yellin: Paul B. Yellin, MD, FAAP, is Director of The Yellin Center for Mind, Brain, and Education, a New York City-based learning evaluation, support, and professional development organization which provides customized support for students and educators based on emerging knowledge in neuroscience. Dr. Yellin is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at New York University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics.

About this webinar series: Learning Ally is proud to partner with leading experts in the learning disabilities and assistive technology fields. On a bimonthly basis, we sponsor free webinars for students, their parents and educators - providing a wealth of practical information on resources and accommodations for individuals who learn differently.

Apps for Play-Based Learning

2013-02-06T10:43:00.002-08:00

Follow this link to learn about 20 Apps for play-based learning for all ages.

ADHD and Transitioning To College

2013-01-29T16:25:00.001-08:00

Read this informative article from www.Ldonline.org about transitioning a young adult with ADHD to college. This article contains valuable insights regarding managing medications and services available at colleges.

Accommodating Students With Dyslexia

2013-01-17T04:18:00.000-08:00

This informative article explains classroom accommodations that are reasonable for teachers to implement, as well as important tools to aid in a dyslexic child's success in school.

Accommodations webinar- DON'T MISS THIS EVENT

2013-01-03T17:20:00.001-08:00

Join me for a free live webinar

Jan. 15, 2013 at 1 p.m. EST

How well do you understand your child's 504 Plan? Are you up to speed on recommended accommodations and how to implement them? How can parents and teachers collaborate to ensure student success?

DTIS, LLC and Learning Ally are happy to present a FREE 45 minute webinar.

Shelley Ball-Dannenberg will

Review top accommodations typically found in a student's 504 Plan.
Show parents how to translate the recommendations in a child's plan for practical implementation in the classroom as well as at home.
Explain how parents and teachers can forge effective partnerships to help children with dyslexia succeed in school.

(If you cannot participate in the live presentation, you can also request notification of when a recorded version will be available on-line.)

ADA Landmark Case

2012-11-27T11:37:00.001-08:00

Watch a short interview about a landmark case involving ADA and dyslexia.

Courtesy of National Center for Learning Disabilities

Dyslexia International- Free courses offered

2012-11-05T06:17:00.000-08:00

Dyslexia International, a non-governmental organization in partnership UNESCO offers free, quality courses and resources that are selected and updated by practicing teachers and experts in literacy and reading difficulties.   Dyslexia International promotes free and fair education and equal opportunities for those who struggle with reading and writing by making teacher training the priority.

Over 700 million people have reading difficulties that put them at risk of life-long illiteracy and social exclusion. This e-Campus offers the means to address this situation – to raise literacy levels and reduce marginalization.

For more information about Dyslexia International and the courses they offer, visit their web site:www.dyslexia-international.org

FREE Dyslexia Presentation

2012-10-11T06:17:00.005-07:00

FREE Dyslexia Presentation

Featuring Susan Barton, a leading dyslexia expert.

Monday, October 29, 2012
6:00-9:00 p.m.

Hillsboro Church of Christ
155 West Walnut St.
Hillsboro, OH 45133

Attendees must register at:
hillsboro.eventbrite.com

For more information, contact:
Jill Benkiel
937-393-1752
joy.polstra@eastclinton.org

Susan Barton founded Bright Solutions for Dyslexia in 1998, to educate parents and teachers on dyslexia and assist them with finding the appropriate resources and support.

Susan is trained in seven different Orton-Gillingham based programs and teaches graduate-level courses through the University of San Diego. In 2009, Susan was inducted into the International Dyslexia Association's Hall of Honor for her work and dedication in the field of dyslexia.

Dyslexia Tool Kit

2012-10-09T15:06:00.000-07:00

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month.

The National Center for Learning Disabilities has published a Dyslexia Tool Kit designed to inform educators and parents of the latest research-based information available about dyslexia.

Be sure to visit www.ncld.org to sign up to receive a FREE copy of the the Dyslexia Tool Kit.

OH School Districts Chosen for Dyslexia Pilot Project

2012-08-14T19:12:00.001-07:00

Eight OH schools were recently chosen to participate in a pilot project beginning this fall that will evaluate the effectiveness of early screening(in kindergarten) and research-based reading intervention programs for children showing signs of dyslexia.

This pilot project was created through House Bill 96, enacted last December.

The districts selected to participate are:

CINCINNATI PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Celina City in Mercer County
Cleveland Arts Social Science Academy in Cuyahoga County
Edison Local in Jefferson County
Indian Creek Local in Jefferson County
Medina City in Medina County
Shawnee Local in Allen County
Trimble Local in Athens County

For more information about this project, contact these local districts or the Ohio Department of Education Office of Exceptional Children

Getting Your Child Back Into The Learning Groove

2012-08-14T17:59:00.003-07:00

From LD.org, National Center for Learning Disabilities, read practical tips and resources for getting your child back into the learning groove.

Dyslexia in the News

2012-08-13T15:19:00.000-07:00

Follow this link, http://www.local12.com/content/medical_edge/story/New-Trial-at-Cincinnati-Childrens-To-Treat/X9-DEpdSiUGczQos37aXKQ.cspx?rss=937

to see a news story about the reading research study underway at Cincinnati Children's Medical Center.

Dyslexia Brain Imaging Research at Cincinnati Children's Hospital

2012-06-28T15:13:00.001-07:00

Yesterday, DTIS, LLC was invited to the Pediatric Neuroimaging Research Consortium (PNRC) at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center to learn about exciting new reading research happening in Cincinnati.

Tzipi Horowitz-Kraus, PhD. is conducting a brain imaging research project to understand the neural circuitry of the Error Detection Mechanism. The EDM's activation has been found to increase with reading training and this increase was associated with improved reading accuracy and speed (fluency).

This is a study to establish the effect of a reading intervention program on reading and on brain
activation in children with and without reading difficulties.

Some participants will receive a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan as part of
the research.

All participants will receive access to an internet based reading training program that can be accessed in the child's own home. This reading training program lasts 4 weeks.

NEEDED:
Children 8-12 years old with reading difficulties and children without reading difficulties, with no history of mental illness or head trauma may be eligible to participate.

Families will receive $40 per behavioral and imaging visit (2 visits overall) and $20 for the additional behavioral assessment for time and travel.

Contact Nicole Cicchino Nicole.Cicchino@cchmc.org, phone: 513-636-0160 or
Tzipi Horowitz-Kraus at Tzipi.Horowitz-Kraus@cchmc.org, phone: 513-803-5162

International Dyslexia Association Recognizes Nine Universities for Meeting Teacher Training Standards in Reading

2012-05-08T06:45:00.000-07:00

International Dyslexia Association Recognizes Nine Universitiesfor Meeting Teacher Training Standards in Reading

The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) announced that nine university programs in the U.S. have met the standards outlined in the IDA’s Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading.

Top of the list:

College of Mount Saint Joseph (Cincinnati, Ohio)

Reading Endorsement
Master of Arts in Reading Science

Click here to read the entire list.

Understanding High-Stakes Testing and Its Impact on LD Students

2012-04-10T15:36:00.003-07:00

"High-stakes" testing is used to describe tests that have high stakes for individual students.

Students who do not pass these standardized tests may face serious consequences, such as being held back a grade level or not receiving a standard HS diploma.

Twenty-six states now either have or are preparing to implement high school exit exams.

To learn about how these tests can effect LD students, download and read this informative article from the National Center for Learning Disabilities.

Dyslexia Impacts Math

2012-03-14T17:15:00.004-07:00

According to an article entitled, The Impact of Dyslexia on Math" by Rosalind W. Rothman, Ed.D., Director, Language and Learning Associates & Claire Lavin, Ph.D., Professor, College of New Rochelle, "The mastery of the symbolic language of mathematics involves many verbal cognitive processes that can be affected by dyslexia. Ignoring the impact of dyslexia on the mastery of mathematics can hamper a child’s progress in school and in life."

Children with dyslexia may need tutoring and accommodations in Math as well as Reading, Writing, and Spelling.

Recommended Programs for tutoring:

Times Tales- www.timestales.com

TouchMath- www.touchmath.com

Kahn Academy- www.khanacademy.org

Accommodations might include:

Use of a calculator and/or number line to work through multi-step problems

Use of a multiplication chart- google images multiplication charts

Sample problems available even during tests

Shortening the number of problems to complete

Extended time- especially on tests

Avoid timed math tests/ assignments

8.5 Million Dollar Grants Funds Dyslexia Research

2012-02-29T05:57:00.007-08:00

A team of researchers at Florida State University was just awarded an 8.5 million dollar grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to continue genetic research into the causes of dyslexia.

The 5 year grant continues the funding for the Florida Center for Reading Research--the only learning disabilities research center in the southeast.

According to Richard Wagner, the principal investigator on the project and an Akron, OH native,

“It is really important to be able to identify children as early as possible and try to provide them with prevention programs that are designed to strengthen weak areas, so that when they do get to the point of learning to read, they will have a better outcome than they would otherwise.”

To read the entire article about the grant, click here.

3,415 Mile Bike Ride for Dyslexia

2012-02-16T05:14:00.000-08:00

Tour For Dyslexia- Beginning May 13, 2012

To raise money for the Children's Dyslexia Center in State College, PA, Larry Emigh will ride his bicycle across the United States, from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA.

Raising funds to support the Center is important because it provides free tutoring to dyslexic children between 6 and 18 years of age.

To learn more about Larry's ride or to donate, click here.

Dyslexia Discussed on NPR Radio

2012-02-15T09:59:00.000-08:00

Today, February 15, 2012, Diane Rehm, host of the Diane Rehm Show on NPR, discussed aspects of the dyslexic brain.

To listen to this informative discussion visit The Diane Rehm Show website. Search for the story entitled The Dyslexic Brain, and click on the "listen" button.

Dyslexia Information

The Big Picture. Rethinking Dyslexia. Cincinnati Screening

OH Legislature Names October as "Dyslexia Awareness Month"

Right to Obtain an Independent Evaluation

STUDENTS NEEDED- Reading Research/ADHD Study

Northern OH Dyslexia Presentation- FREE

FREE Dyslexia Presentation

First Baptist Church of Cold Spring4410 Alexandria Pike Cold Spring, KY 41076

Friday, April 26, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EDT)

Join Learning Ally for a FREE webinar

Apps for Play-Based Learning

ADHD and Transitioning To College

Accommodating Students With Dyslexia

Accommodations webinar- DON'T MISS THIS EVENT

ADA Landmark Case

Dyslexia International- Free courses offered

FREE Dyslexia Presentation

Dyslexia Tool Kit

OH School Districts Chosen for Dyslexia Pilot Project

Getting Your Child Back Into The Learning Groove

Dyslexia in the News

Dyslexia Brain Imaging Research at Cincinnati Children's Hospital

International Dyslexia Association Recognizes Nine Universities for Meeting Teacher Training Standards in Reading

Understanding High-Stakes Testing and Its Impact on LD Students

Dyslexia Impacts Math

8.5 Million Dollar Grants Funds Dyslexia Research

3,415 Mile Bike Ride for Dyslexia

Dyslexia Discussed on NPR Radio

First Baptist Church of Cold Spring
4410 Alexandria Pike Cold Spring, KY 41076