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Characteristics of Dyslexia
The characteristics of this
disorder vary from person to person. Any of the following may be present in
a given individual.
- Problems in learning the alphabet
- Difficulty in learning to read
- Difficulty with reading comprehension
- Difficulty with sequencing
- Reversals of letters and/or numbers
after 8 - 9
- Strong listening skills
- Strong oral expression
- Weakness in written expression
- "Gets by" in elementary school, then
"falls apart in middle school"
- "Grade level" reading ability is not
commensurate with intelligence
Additional Indicators
- Delay in spoken language
- Late in establishing handedness
- difficulties in learning "right" and
"left"
- Problems with concepts of time
- Family history of similar problems
How does Tyler ISD serve the needs of
Dyslexic students?
Dyslexic students in the Tyler Independent School District are
served in one of three ways depending on the severity of their dyslexia. Some are served in the regular classroom with a few modifications. A few are served in Special
Education. The majority are served through the MTA (Multisensory Teaching Approach)
or Esperanza Dyslexia Programs. These are pull-out, regular education programs which last for an
average of three academic years.
A decision will be made by the educators
involved with the child in cooperation with parents to provide the most
suitable situation for each child.
If you believe that your
child may be dyslexic, please contact your child's campus. Ask for the
Dyslexia Designee. |
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International Dyslexia Association
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Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association
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Attention Deficit Disorder Association
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The Charles Schwab Foundation
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Dyslexia Parent Presentation (PowerPoint)
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Dyslexia Forms
(Link only available inside TISD network)
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