2. What is delexia?
◦Dyslexia is a language
based learning disability.
Dyslexia refers to people
having difficulties with
language skills. For
example, reading,
writing, spelling and
pronouncing words.
3. Characteristics & Criteria
Characteristics
◦ Dyslexia is more common in
boys than girls
◦ Often gifted and creative
◦ Left and right confusion
Criteria
◦ Student struggles significantly
with basic language skills
◦ Student test scores
inconsistently
◦ Avoids reading aloud
4. Causes & Classification
Causes
◦ There is no known cause for
dyslexia, however it is genetic
and found on chromosome 2.
Classification
◦ IEP's
◦ Printed notes
◦ One on one instruction
◦ Follow ups
5. Resources/Support groups
• International Dyslexia Association (IDA)
• 40 York Rd., 4th Floor
• Baltimore, MD 21204
• Voice: (410) 296-0232 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (410) 296-
0232 FREE end_of_the_skype_highlighting
◦ This is our country's national resource center for anyone who has
dyslexia.
