Dyslexia is no longer a mystery. MRI scans and other tools of neuroscience have advanced our understandings in the last decade. We now know what to do to help students become skilled, confident learners. In Conquering Dyslexia, Dr. Jan Hasbrouck shares the instructional approaches that work best for children who have this disorder, and the most current information for parents so they can advocate for their children and communicate with educators effectively. This book addresses:
- What is dyslexia?
- How to identify it
- Early diagnosis and intervention
- Teaching students
- Supporting English Learners
Jan Hasbrouck, Ph.D. is an educational consultant, author, and researcher on reading fluency, reading assessment, second language learners, and coaching. Dr. Hasbrouck worked as a reading specialist for 15 years before teaching at the University of Oregon and later at Texas A&M University. Her book Reading Fluency is a 2020 Teacher’s Choice Professional Development Award winner.