Resources
Table 5.1 - Component Reading - Related Abilities and Test/Subtest Example: Examples of standardized, norm-referenced tests or subtests for assessing component reading and language abilities.
Within this guide you will find resources on dyslexia and specific learning disabilities from our collections, as well as articles available at the SERC Library. In addition, we have included organizations and associations that provide information on dyslexia and specific learning disabilities.
Presentation by CSDE Consultant Pat Anderson, Ph.D.
A list of Frequently Asked Questions about Specific Learning Disabilities/Dyslexia, prepared by CSDE.
The International Dyslexia Association is offering a webinar series to empower educational professionals and families with knowledge and resources to address the instructional needs of students who have dyslexia and other learning differences.
A useful fact sheet about the new CT Dyslexia legislation created by the Shipman and Goodwin law firm.
A Checklist to be administered by Doctors, Nurse-Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Nurses with well-child checkups and with appointments in which parent(s) are concerned about academic performance issues. The Parent Packet includes information and resources about dyslexia.
The IDA Handbook provides necessary information regarding a definition of dyslexia, characteristics of dyslexia, appropriate assessment tools, evidence-based interventions, and suggestions for managing a dyslexic's educational process.
A resource to assist educators and families in supporting students identified with dyslexia.
This document provides detailed information on the revised eligibility criteria for students with a specific learning disability that are more accurate and consistent with current scientific evidence as well as relevant research findings and key issues in the implementation of the guidelines.
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Using Scientific Research-Based Interventions: Improving Education for All Students:
Connecticut's framework for RtI
Former Commissioner of Education Mark McQuillan discusses Connecticut's Framework for SRBI in this 11 minute video.
During this professional learning activity, we will review the art of goal writing as it pertains to the secondary transition Individualized Education Program (IEP). We will review both Post-School Outcome Goals Statements and the Annual goals and Objectives that are written to support them.
This 30 minute presentation looks at transition assessment and its role in linking what is written on the IEP and the services provided for our students with disabilities.
