BasicFacts About Assessment of Dyslexia: Testing for Teaching

by Susan C. Lowell

An indispensable resource for parents and teachers of students struggling to read, this book provides practical advice from three leaders in dyslexia assessment and instruction. An essential companion to Basic Facts About Dyslexia & Other Reading Problems, this second book in the Basic Facts Series clearly presents the essential topics that parents and practitioners need to know to help their children and students * The Critical Components of Reading * Characteristics of Dyslexia * Dyslexia and the Law * Eligibility for Special Education Services * Effective Reading Instruction * Types of Assessment * The Clinical Evaluation of Dyslexia * Assessment Driven Instruction

Genres: Education, Professional Development

102 pages, Paperback

Published July 30, 2015

Reviews

[Michael Lynch · Rating 4 out of 5]

Helpful information in a succinct guide.

[Jean Schram · Rating 5 out of 5]

This would be good for undergraduate reading class and for parents/guardians who want to learn specific information about testing. The book is a quick read, and it includes what it says it does—basic facts about assessment of dyslexia. There is a SIMILAR book (also published by IDA) by Moats & Dakin called Basic Facts About Dyslexia & Other Reading Problems. That book is a great starting point. I have donated that book and Overcoming Dyslexia to local libraries. But Overcoming Dyslexia is a lot to take in for parents who are realizing that their kids are struggling with reading, so I recommend the Moats & Dakin book to them.

[Margo]

This is an accessible title from International Dyslexia Association that provides good definitions of reading difficulties and testing to support additional support. It's a great start for parents who are looking for more information on testing.

[Wendy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This 78 page book highlights key information about diagnosing dyslexia and strategies for instructing students with dyslexia. A must-read book for every teacher, particularly K-3 teachers.

[Shannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very straightforward and useful.

[Erica Ludovina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredibly helpful and basic resource for novice parents and educators