Dyslexia Hub
A Practical & Accessible Dyslexia Resource
Our Story:
Supporting Dyslexic Learners
Welcome to Dyslexia Resource Hub, the go-to source for educators seeking to develop a greater knowledge of dyslexia and structured literacy. Our aim is to provide comprehensive resources to help educators build an effective and accommodating classroom for students with dyslexia. Through our assessment tools, teaching strategies, and other resources, we strive to ensure that every student has equal access to the necessary support to reach their full potential.
Only 3% of society views dyslexia as something other than a disability, yet without dyslexia we would have no lights, no cars and no iPhones. No other learning modality is studied as much as the science of reading yet so few educators, parents or even dyslexics themselves are aware of science based research supporting that 1. we are doing a major disservice to dyslexic children in the classroom, and 2. dyslexia is a learning difference NOT a disability (Malone, 2020).
WHAT DOES THE RESEARCH SAY?
Shally Novita, a preeminent dyslexia researcher, and her colleagues, have proven the correlation between poor self esteem, heightened anxiety and educational experiences in students with dyslexia. These studies lend credence to the fact that intervention (esp. in key grades) can lessen school specific anxiety. Since anxiety is intensified within academic settings, supports can be put in place to lessen these secondary symptoms. Finally, the literature supports the theory that this comorbidity is a manifestation of stress, fear, and misunderstanding caused by the lack of appropriate supports in the educational system, and an antiquated literature curriculum that does not teach to all students.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
MacBlain et al. (2007) investigated insulating factors responsible for dyslexia students scholastic success. Emotional and academic support from parents was paramount, but even more IMPORTANT was having educators trained in learning disabilities, appropriate accommodation, and those who possess strong social and emotional skills. Researchers established that 100% of the time, teachers' "support, acceptance, and belief in the pupil" were protective factors that enhanced student success and self-esteem.
Systemic change is required, and coming, but in the meantime take the time to learn more about structured literacy, and why it is imperative to student success.