Dyslexia Basics
Dyslexia IS ...
- Is an unexpected and persistent problem in learning to read
- Is a "neurological glitch" in how the brain processes information.
- Is one reason why 1 in 5 people may have difficulty recognizing words quickly or accurately, struggle with poor spelling and can't use letter sounds to read words
- Is experienced in differing degrees, from mild to severe.
- Is a learning challenge that can be resolved.
Dyslexia is NOT ...
- Is NOT caused by a lack of motivation, intelligence or desire to learn. Instead, these issues may occur because of the frustration and difficulty students with dyslexia experience
- Is NOT indicated by children reversing letters.
- Is NOT a visual problem
How can letters become words with meaning?
- Science provides us the answer. In order to read, a person must learn to link printed letters on a page to the sounds of spoken language.
- A student begins by developing an awareness that spoken words can be pulled apart into basic sounds, called phonemes. These phonemes up all spoken and written words.
Does dyslexia affect other parts of a child's life?
- Students with significant reading problems and dyslexia often struggle with self-esteem and self-image. They may feel that they are “dumb” and less capable than they actually are.
- Ongoing stress due to academic problems may cause a student to become discouraged about continuing school.
Can anything be done to overcome dyslexia?
- YES! Scientists who study the brain have found that activation patterns of a dyslexic reader can be “normalized.”
- With instruction that’s directed specifically at the underlying language processing problems, a student can become a fluent reader, with automatic word recognition and effective comprehension skills.
- Well designed, research-based instruction can build your student’s skills and change his or her future.
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Check this link for the names of successful, famous people with dyslexia.
You might be surprised!