Name: Bringing Dyslexia Screening into the Future
Start: 2025-11-12T14:00:00ZEST
End: 2025-11-12T15:00:00ZEST

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Recent research has greatly expanded our understanding of dyslexia and how best to screen students for this language-based learning challenge. What specifically does the latest research show—and how does the research support more efficient and effective assessment practices in US schools?

Join our panel of distinguished reading and dyslexia experts for the answers.

In this webinar, you’ll hear about:

Why the International Dyslexia Association is updating its dyslexia definition and what it means for K–12 schools
Guiding principles and best practices for dyslexia screening and data-based decision making
The language development process and which skills to assess at each point in time
The current landscape of state testing policies, with recommendations for the best dyslexia screening measures at each grade level

Dr. Tim Odegard

Professor of Psychology, Middle Tennessee State University

Tim Odegard, PhD, is Professor of Psychology and chairholder of the Katherine Davis Murfree Chair of Excellence in Dyslexic Studies at Middle Tennessee State University. His research spans the identification of struggling readers, effective intervention methods, and comprehensive teacher training. He also serves as editor-in-chief of the Annals of Dyslexia and has made significant contributions to improving literacy services for all learners.

Dr. Matthew Burns

Fein Professor of Special Education, University of Florida

Matthew Burns, PhD, is Fein Professor of Special Education at the University of Florida. He has published more than 200 articles and 15 books and is dedicated to positively influencing practice in K–12 schools and mentoring the next generation of thought leaders in education. He is a co-editor of Remedial and Special Education and a past editor of School Psychology Review and Assessment for Effective Intervention.

Dr. Rachel Brown-Chidsey

Associate Professor of School Psychology , University of Alaska

Rachel Brown-Chidsey, PhD, NCSP, is Associate Professor of School Psychology at the University of Alaska Anchorage and Professor Emerita at the University of Southern Maine. She is a former classroom teacher and special educator, and her research focuses on effective interventions in MTSS. She served as the Senior Academic Advisor at FastBridge Learning, has published numerous books and articles about MTSS, and serves on the Advisory Board of the International MTSS Association.

Dr. Tiffany Hogan

Director of the Speech and Language Literacy Lab and Professor , MGH Institute of Health Professions

Tiffany Hogan, PhD, CCC-SLP, is Director of the Speech and Language Literacy Lab and Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at MGH Institute. She teaches courses in literacy assessment and intervention, and she conducts federally funded studies on dyslexia, developmental language disorders, and implementation science. She also serves on national committees of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and is a board member of the Society for the Scientific Study of Reading.

Dr. Michelle Hosp

Senior Director of Assessment Innovation, Renaissance

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