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Blio is an ereader that can read various formats including PDF, epub and XML.  What does this mean for students with reading disabilities or dyslexia?

Blio includes:

> a text-to-speech feature that will cost $10;

>  a sync feature where it will sync audio books with test and highlight the word as it is being read;

> a notetaking feature where you can select text and add a note;

> a visual customization feature that can change the view, text size, etc.

>  a reading speed feature;

> a search text feature;

> a one-touch look up feature that can locate the definition of a word.
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When I started grade school 36 years ago, little was known about learning disabilities. You were either in regular classes or in special education, there was no in between. I knew I wasn’t stupid but just couldn’t explain why I couldn’t learn. How do you ask for help when you just don’t know what to ask for?….
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The article, written by David Rose and Ge Vue in 2010, imagines the future by “pre-creating” the Presidential Address at the IDA Annual Conference in 2020. This article was first published in the International Dyslexia Association, Perspectives on Language and Literacy, Winter 2010. One notable difference between the printed text version and this digital version is the UDL learning supports embedded throughout. To see descriptions of the UDL features and how they support learning, click on “Show UDL Information” located in the upper right hand corner of the page.
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Many dyslexic students excel in math problem solving, but struggle with automatic retrieval of math facts or the language demands of word problems.

Via dyslexicadvantage.com

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Apple’s Ipad is a great all-in-one resource for kids and adults with dyslexia. Check out our picks for best dyslexia apps.
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Facing challenges of learning…” A great story of living with Dyslexia.

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Experts now believe a specific abnormality in the processing of auditory signals accounts for the main symptoms of the reading disorder dyslexia.

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Dyslexia, Not Merely Developmental Reading Disorder A research recently published in the journal Current Biology has uncovered that a child may develop signs of dyslexia even before his ability to read.

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This section contains the State-level criteria for determining the existence of a specific learning disability.

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Watch our nationally broadcast documentary, Headstrong: Inside the Hidden World of Dyslexia and Attention Deficit Disorder.

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Labels give teachers an idea of a student’s struggles and strong suits and where they come from, but all too often the name of disorder is focused on too much.

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LingApps has created AppWriter, the first text editor for the iPad that offers tools for unlocking a world of information to users with reading and writing disabilities.

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This compelling video cites startling facts about declining US literacy and urges you to join the movement to ensure that ALL young people receive a world-cl…

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What is dyslexia? Developmental dyslexia is an unexpected difficulty in reading. Unexpected refers to children and adults who…

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NSEAI’s mission is to improve the quality and professionalism in the field of education advocacy, by encouraging the development of highly educated and knowledgeable advocates through the NSEAI Board Certified Education Advocate program.

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Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy Training on CD-ROM (6.5 hours) and Wrightslaw Special Education Law & Advocacy Training Combo that includes the CD-ROM, two books, and free e-book…

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Learn Your Special Education Laws, Special Education Rights, and Share IEP Goal Ideas. Special Education & IEP Advisor. Member Login: Not a member? Click here to sign up! Username Password. Remember Me …

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For an overview of special education – the process, common termsm and other general information – read the publications in this collection.

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A 12-week program of intensive intervention for 3 hours weekly with prescribed reading at home of up to 60 minutes for 5 days per week,

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If you have difficulty with reading and spelling, lots of things in life can seem like a struggle. Remember, though, that reading is just one part of learning. While it is true that you can use reading to access lots of other kinds of knowledge, you can also use other kinds of knowledge to access reading!

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App suggestions to help students with dyslexia and learning disabilities.

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The award-winning grammar and spell checker that corrects all types of English grammar and spelling mistakes. Start proofreading your texts now.

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