Overview
In this short course, students will be introduced to the signs and symptoms of dyslexia, popular myths and assessment/evaluation for dyslexia. The Orton-Gillingham approach will be examined and discussed. The course will also discuss current accommodations available to children and adults with dyslexia.
Topics Covered/Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the Dyslexia and the Orton Gillingham course, the successful student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Define and identify dyslexia
- Identify appropriate accommodations
- Identify what appropriate interventions should include
- Identify key researchers in the field of dyslexia
- Identify the alternative views about dyslexia
- Identify and understand the Orton Gillingham method
| Program Organization | # of Hours |
| What is Dyslexia | 2 |
| Clues and Diagnosing | 1 |
| Introduction to Orton-Gillingham Approach | 1 |
| Strategies, Tips and Tools | 2 |
| Intervention and Remediation | 2 |
| Accommodations and Modifications | 2 |
Admission Requirements
None
Who Will Benefit From The Course
This course provides additional and supplemental training for those already in careers such as an education assistant, early childhood educator, behavioural interventionist, special education teacher applied behaviour analyst, occupational therapist, social worker, speech language pathologist, developmental psychologist, rehabilitation therapist, nanny, art therapist or parents and relatives of children with dyslexia.
Instructors
Subject to change without notice
Gloria Fligg
Gloria FliggGloria Fligg has a Bachelor of Education from the University of Winnipeg and has almost 30 years of experience in teaching, both in the classroom and in Student Services. Gloria has worked with a wide variety of students with additional learning needs, and she has a special interest in teaching those who find the process of learning to read challenging. Gloria has a passion for literacy as a foundational academic skill and is committed to best practice in delivering the best possible intervention to reach all students. She is inspired by the many students who continue to strive to become the best readers that they can be, and she is excited to teach others how to support these learners.
Dates
Online
Part-Time:
- Coming again in 2023
- Students must devote at least 2 hours per week to attend live webinars
- Webinars will be held on Wednesdays from 5:00 to 7:00 pm PST
- Outside of live instructional periods, students will be expected to take part in various independent and/or group activities
Required Materials
Dyslexia – Theories, Assessment, and Support. John Everatt, Amanda Denston. Routledge. 2020. ISBN: 9781351785951, 1351795953
Fees
The registration fee for this course is $320.
Technical Requirements
Online Students
Ashton College uses web conferencing tools to help instructors and students connect and collaborate online. For the online classes, students need to have a fully functional computer system with a webcam, speakers and microphone or headset and headphones, along with a reliable high-speed internet connection. Though the classes can be accessed using smartphones and tablets, we recommend using a laptop or desktop computer for a better learning experience.
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