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Voices of Dyslexia

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Voices of Dyslexia is a podcast hosted by Dr Laura Cassidy and the team at the Dyslexia Resource Center. We are a helping hand for parents, educators, and other community champions surrounding dyslexia. Together, we can break the cycle of stigma and take the mystery out of dyslexia.
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The Louisiana Key Academy is set to make a significant impact in Ruston, Louisiana, with the opening of its new learning pod this August. Dr. Laura Cassidy of the Dyslexia Resource Center recently sat down with Jenny Morse, the Director of this upcoming Ruston Learning Pod, to discuss the exciting development and what it means for the local communi…
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We have made it to the last episode in our series with dyslexia experts, Dr. Bennett Shaywitz and Dr. Sally Shaywitz! In this episode we are discussing a call for help in our communities to get the word out about dyslexia! If you know anyone that can help us get this word out, please send them our way. We want them to be in our next podcast episode…
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We are so excited to have dyslexia experts, Dr. Bennett Shaywitz and Dr. Sally Shaywitz in this episode where we discuss our recent article about the prevalence of dyslexia in the prison population. This is part 3 to a series that we will continue to share as we do our part to get the word out about dyslexia! Think you or your child might be dyslex…
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What is the definition and meaning behind dyslexia? In this episode of Voices of Dyslexia, Drs Bennett & Sally Shaywitz are continuing the conversation with Dr. Laura Cassidy explaining how the definition has evolved over the years. This is Part 2 to a series that we will continue to share as we do our part to get the word out about dyslexia! Liste…
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We are so excited to have dyslexia experts, Dr. Bennett Shaywitz and Dr. Sally Shaywitz in this episode where we discuss our recent collaboration on the published article on the prevalence of undiagnosed dyslexia in African-American primary school children. This is part 1 to a series that we will continue to share as we do our part to get the word …
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In this conversation, Dr. Laura Cassidy discusses common myths and misconceptions about dyslexia. She addresses the misconception that more boys than girls have dyslexia, clarifying that the prevalence is equal. She also debunks the myth that dyslexia is simply writing letters backwards, explaining that dyslexia is a difficulty in matching the spok…
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In this conversation, Laura Cassidy and Andromeda Cartwright discuss the legal rights of dyslexic students. They emphasize the importance of understanding these rights and advocating for them. They cover topics such as the right to an assessment, the use of the term 'dyslexia', the difference between 504 plans and IEPs, and the importance of a supp…
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Laura Cassidy discusses how parents can interact with schools and advocate for their dyslexic children. She covers topics such as identifying concerns, testing for dyslexia, understanding IEP and 504 plans, advocating for your child, educating teachers, supporting your child in the classroom, progress monitoring, connecting with other parents, and …
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In this conversation, Laura Cassidy and Sarah Reling discuss the importance of early screening for dyslexia using the Shaywitz Dyslexia Screener. They explain the difference between screening and testing and highlight the statistical validity of the Shaywitz screener. Sarah, as the senior manager of educational testing at the Dyslexia Resource Cent…
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In this second episode of Voices of Dyslexia Dr Laura Cassidy dives deep into dyslexia sharing facts, myths and resources for dyslexics. Think you or your child might be dyslexic? Get tested here ➡️ https://www.dyslexia1n5.com/dyslexia-testing Watch This Next: Link to video 🙋🏼‍♀️Have a question about dyslexia? Leave it in the comments and we’ll ans…
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Welcome to the Dyslexia Resource Center’s Podcast! In Episode 1, join us for an intimate fireside chat with our founder, Dr. Laura Cassidy, and Dyslexia Education Director, Rhonda Smith, as they unveil the personal journeys that led them to the heart of the dyslexia community. Dive into the mission and story behind the Dyslexia Resource Center, and…
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