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12/11/2015 The National Reading Panel's analysis made it clear that the best approach to reading instruction is one that incorporates:  Explicit instruction in phonemic awareness  Systematic phonics instruction Tech Tools for Students with  Methods to improve fluency Dyslexia & Struggling Readers  Repeated contact with vocabulary  Ways to enhance comprehension VICTORIA COCHRAN, INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY ERIKA MORALES, RTI, §504, DYSLEXIA COORDINATOR http://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/reading/conditioninfo/Pages/faqs.aspx UPDATED 12/1/2015 Phonemic Awareness: Phonics identifying and manipulating sounds in words relationships between the letters of written language and the sounds of spoken language Instruction includes: Instruction includes:  Segmenting sounds in words  Blending sounds in words  Encoding text (write, spell)  Blending sounds together to  Manipulating sounds in words decode words  Isolating sounds in words  Letter-sound correspondence Dyslexia Handbook, Revised 2014, p.8 Dyslexia Handbook, Revised 2014, p.8 http://www.nichd.nih.gov/research/supported/Pages/nrp.aspx/ http://www.nichd.nih.gov/research/supported/Pages/nrp.aspx/ 1

12/11/2015 Fluency: Vocabulary: ability to read quickly, accurately and with expression learning meaning and pronunciation of words Instruction Includes: Instruction includes:  Reading quickly, with automaticity  Explicit instruction  Reading accurately, decoding correctly  Word analysis  Reading with prosody/expression  Context clues  Oral reading  Prior knowledge http://www2.ed.gov/parents/read/resources/readingtips/part_pg5.html http://www.nichd.nih.gov/research/supported/Pages/nrp.aspx/ http://www.nichd.nih.gov/research/supported/Pages/nrp.aspx/ Comprehension: Dyslexia Texas Education Code §38.003 understanding, remembering and communicating what is read Instruction includes: (1) Dyslexia means a disorder of constitutional origin manifested by a difficulty in learning to read, write, or spell, despite  Using prior knowledge conventional instruction, adequate intelligence, and  Understanding text sociocultural opportunity.  Engagement with text (2) “Related disorders” include disorders similar to or related to  Asking and answering questions dyslexia such as developmental auditory imperceptions,  Developing meaning dysphasia, specific developmental dyslexia, developmental dysgraphia, and developmental spelling disability. http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/ED/htm/Ed.28.htm#38.003 Dyslexia Handbook, Revised 2014, p.8 http://www.k12reader.com/the-five-essential-components-of-reading/ http://www2.ed.gov/parents/read/resources/readingtips/part_pg5.html http://www.nichd.nih.gov/research/supported/Pages/nrp.aspx/ 2

12/11/2015 The following are the primary Technology and Dyslexia reading/spelling characteristics of Texas Education Code §38.0031 dyslexia: The agency shall establish a committee to develop a plan for integrating technology (a) into the classroom to help accommodate students with dyslexia. The plan must:  Difficulty reading words in isolation (1) Determine the classroom technologies that are useful and practical in assisting public schools in accommodating students with dyslexia, considering budget constraints of school  Difficulty accurately decoding unfamiliar words districts; and Develop a strategy for providing those effective technologies to students. (2)  Difficulty with oral reading (slow, inaccurate, or The agency shall provide the plan and information about the availability and benefits (b) labored) to the technologies identified under Subsection (a)(1) to school districts. A member of the committee established under Subsection (a) is not entitled to (c)  Difficulty spelling reimbursement for travel expenses incurred by the member under this section unless agency funds are available for that purpose. http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/ED/htm/Ed.28.htm#38.003 Dyslexia Handbook, Revised 2014, p.8 Dyslexia Handbook, Revised 2014, p.47 Phonics Google Play Chrome IntelliJoy- Kids Phonics- Mayerson Kids Spelling ABC Speller Learning to Academy* City Phonics and Read Lite Abitalk Phonics Sight and Vowels Words -Blend sounds into words – Read simple words – Form simple words – Learn how to produce letter sounds – Practice pronunciations – Work on Spelling 3

12/11/2015 Audio Text Google Play Both iStorybooks Learning Overdrive Booksy Ally Reading Audio Free to all Comprehension books- Some Spanish students are Quizzes connects to books available Dyslexia identified local library in Texas -Practice reading – Increase fluency – Improve vocabulary – Engage in student learning – Provides audio access to text Digital Dictionaries Timers Google Play Chrome Both Google Play Chrome Google Dictionary.com Picture Dictionary Timer Tab Dictionary Stopwatch and Timer -Provides pictures, audio support for correct pronunciation – Definitions – Builds -Tool for time management – Fluency and rate monitoring vocabulary – Access to content 4

12/11/2015 Text to Speech Audio Recorder Google Play Chrome Both Google Play Chrome Read & Speak Text to iSpeech Write for It! Speech Text to Google Mic Note Easy Audio Speech Recorder Creates notes from audio Reads text out loud -Record and play back – Fluency timer – Assistance with note taking Handwriting Annotation Google Play Google Play Chrome Diigo Google Skitch Kami scrible Cursive Writing Trace Write the letters: Tracing ABC Writing Cursive Handwriting Wizard Demo Pre-cursive Input Tracing ABC -Practice writing letters and words - Allows students access to text to preview and make notes over and highlight text on PDF 5

12/11/2015 Mind Mapping Google Play Chrome Both Simple Mind MindPlan MindMeister Connected MindMup Mind Mind Mapping -Helps students make visual connections – Create a web of relationships – Brainstorming – Problem Solving – Project planning Animated Presentation Tools Google Play Chrome VoiceThread Comic Strip It Pixton -Turn pictures into comic strips – Encourage student writing and creativity – Turn pictures, videos, or PDFs into animated presentations. 6

12/11/2015 Speech to Text Organization Chrome Both Google Play Chrome Google Evernote Note Board Beyondpad SpeakIt! Dragon Web Keep VoiceNote II ** Extension ** ListNote Speech to Text Speech to Text Translator TTS Notes Speech to text and note taking assistance -Organize notes, pictures, projects and lists ** Extension Study Tools Google Play Chrome Both GoConqr Study Blue Quizlet School Edition -Provides additional study aids to build good study habits – Quizzes -Flashcards 7

12/11/2015 Other Resources Extensions Google Play Chrome Both Add-ons to help make browsing more accessible for students with Dyslexia. Steps to adding Extensions to Google Chrome browser:  Select Settings Earth View By  Advanced Settings Google Zotero EduBlogs ClassDojo Google Maps YouTube Earth Socrative Connector  Additional Accessibility Features Education  Extensions Reference Tool  Type Text to Speech YouTube BrainPOP Deck Slide Exit Ticket Kids *** Show Additional tools that can help with student engagement Out of the Box: Chrome Apps & Extensions for Those Who Think “Out of the Box” presentation by Sharon McMichael, M. Ed., 2015 AABIDA President, Austin Area Branch of International Dyslexia Association Conference on February 27, 2015. *** Spanish 8