Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets: Reading Topics a to Z
A large collection of articles and resources on reading instruction, including for English language learners. The Teacher Education section includes a complete self-study course on teaching reading and writing.
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Read Works: Passages: The Upside of Dyslexia
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students read a nonfiction text about dyslexia and the difficulties and successes it brings and answer questions about comprehension, supporting details, vocabulary, transitions, and more. The text is...
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Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets: Accommodating Students With Dyslexia [Pdf]
This five page PDF resource guide provides great information on accommodating students who have dyslexia in all classroom settings. Accommodations on materials, instruction, and student performance are included.
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Reading Rockets: Teaching Reading: Expert Interviews
Learn from nationally known researchers and experts in literacy and early education. Topics include phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, spelling, comprehension, writing, summer learning, early childhood education, dyslexia, and more.
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Reading Rockets: Dyslexia
Children with dyslexia often have poor phonological skills, resulting in difficulties with decoding, reading fluency, and spelling. Dyslexia can also impact reading comprehension and writing. Learn about the early warning signs for...
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Reading From Scratch: dyslexia.org
Learn more about the Reading From Scratch program that is based on scientific research to help students with dyslexia. This site features helpful hints for teachers, a bibliographies, definitions and more.
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Understanding Dyslexia: What Are the Effects of Dyslexia
This infographic was developed to share a look at the effects of dyslexia.
Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets: Dyslexia: Beyond the Myth
This article describes the most common characteristics of dyslexia and other learning disorders. The author offers suggestions about what to do if a reading problem is suspected.
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Reading Rockets: Learning Disabilities
This resource provides a wealth of information about learning disabilities, the most common of which is dyslexia - difficulty with language and reading.
Read Works
Read Works: The Upside of Dyslexia
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about dyslexia and how it can boost creativity in students. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Reading From Scratch: Helpful Hints for Classroom Teacher
This site features helpful hints for classroom teachers who suspect a student may be dyslexic. Learn more about some signs and ways to intervene to meet the needs of your students.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Scientific American: New Research Into Dyslexia
Research the array of sophisticated technologies scientists use to look closely at the brain. Diagram the major lobes of the brain and explore the functions of the frontal lobe to learn about how dyslexic individuals process information.
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Reading From Scratch: Spelling Rules
The "Reading from Scratch" site provides a list of spelling rules with examples.
PBS
Pbs: Misunderstood Minds
A wonderful spotlight on scientific explanations behind learning differences and strategies to aid success in school. Includes profiles of the students in the documentary as well as interactive activities designed to give site visitors a...
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State University of New York: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
This site from Potsdam college contains interesting information on FAS. FAS is the leading cause of mental retardation in Western Civilization today. FAS is caused by exposure to alcohol during pregnancy. Read all about it here.
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Open Universiteit: Studieplaza
Enter the Study Plaza and learn how to manage your time and to study effectively.