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Chapter 2: What is Dyslexia?

Image of a quote from Sally Shaywitz, M.D., co-director of Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity, in testimony to the U.S. House of Representatives, Committee on Science, Space and Technology. “Science has moved forward at a rapid pace so that we now possess the data to reliably define dyslexia ... For the student, the knowledge that he is dyslexic is empowering ... [It provides him] with self-understanding and self-awareness of what he has and what he needs to do in order to succeed.”

In this video by Understood.org,
Dr. Margie Gillis explains “What is Dyslexia?” 

 

IN THIS CHAPTER: 

  • 2.1 The Definition of Dyslexia
  • 2.2 Common Myths About Dyslexia
  • 2.3 What Dyslexia Looks Like at Various Ages and Grades
‹ 1.3 The Components of a Comprehensive Literacy Program up 2.1 The Definition of Dyslexia ›

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