Tiffany P. Hogan

Tiffany P. Hogan, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston, Director of the Speech and Language (SAiL) Literacy Lab, and Research Associate at Harvard University. Dr. Hogan has published over 100 papers on the genetic, neurologic, and behavioral links between oral and written language development, with a focus on improving assessment and intervention for children with Developmental Language Disorders, Dyslexia, and/or Speech Sound Disorders. Her advocacy for children with reading difficulties has led her to co-found a DLD informational website: www.dldandme.org, host a podcast, SeeHearSpeak Podcast (www.seehearspeakpodcast.com), and contribute information for articles in numerous news outlets including the New York Times, the Boston Globe, along with several television and radio appearances.

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It is estimated that 1 in 5 students have dyslexia.

Are you ready to take your literacy instruction to the next level?

The SLP Guide to Dyslexia is a resource for speech-language pathologists to successfully diagnose and treat reading disorders.

The SLP Guide to Dyslexia was written by SLPs and educators. Other professionals that may benefit from this book include reading specialists, dyslexia specialists, psychologists, and anyone with an M.A., M.S., M.ED., Ed.D., or Ph.D. degree in education, reading, speech-language pathology, school psychology, psychology, or neuropsychology.

Grab a copy of The Speech-Language Pathologist's Guide to Dyslexia to level up your literacy instruction.

Chapter 1 History of Dyslexia

Who coined the term dyslexia?
What are the common characteristics of dyslexia?
What are the reading wars?

Chapter 2 Neurological Underpinnings

Which parts of the brain are important for reading?
How does each part of the brain function differently during various reading activities?
How does the brain react to different types of reading instruction (e.g., Whole Language, Balanced Literacy, and Structured Literacy)?

Chapter 3 Dyslexia State Legislation

What is the Americans with Disabilities Act?
What is the First Step Act?
What are the current dyslexia laws in each state?

Chapter 4 SLP Assessment

What is the difference between a screening and an evaluation?
What are the components of a dyslexia assessment?
Who can diagnose dyslexia?

Chapter 5 SLP Literacy Based Interventions

How does an SLP provide a unique perspective to literacy instruction?
What are the five essential components to teaching reading (i.e., “The Big Five”)?
What are some examples of reading activities for dyslexic students?

Chapter 6 Programs/Curricula

What certificates can SLPs attain to gain more knowledge of dyslexia?
Which out-of-the-box programs can SLPs consider utilizing for literacy instruction?
What are some examples of computer-based practice programs for dyslexic students?

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Jeannette Roberes is an author who has worked as a speech pathologist, software engineer and educator. She has spoken in over 40 countries and has earned recognition in The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report, among other professional acknowledgements. Jeannette’s commitment to life-long learning is noted through her LETRS® early childhood, TEACCH®, Fast ForWord® and PROJECT READ® certifications. Her debut book, Technical Difficulties: Why Dyslexic Narratives Matter in Tech, has received 5-star reviews across Goodreads and Amazon. Jeannette is... Read more

Courtney Overton

Courtney Overton, MS, CCC-SLP is a Speech-Language Pathologist and Literacy Specialist. She is the Owner and Founder of Speech of Cake. With a passion for shaping future clinicians, Courtney also serves as a Clinical Fellowship Mentor at Speech of Cake, a Clinical Supervisor at The George Washington University, and an Adjunct Professor of Speech Sound Disorders at Emerson College. For the past few years, Courtney has advocated for neurodiverse students and students of color by providing seminars, workshops, and keynotes on a national level through her organizations... Read more

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Christina L. Pompeo

Christina L. Pompeo, M.S., CCC-SLP, has been a dedicated speech-language pathologist for 25 years in public schools with extensive experience educating students with emotional, behavioral, learning, and communication challenges. She presently works full-time at a 5th/6th grade school and a lower elementary school in Avon, CT, with experience in grades preschool through 12th. During her time in the public schools, Christina has participated in professional development and trainings, both in and out of district, including Social Thinking, Tips and Tools for Effective Supervision... Read more

Brittany Zucker

Brittany Zucker, M.S. CCC-SLP, TSSLD, C-SLDI, A/OGA, is a language and literacy interventionist based in New York City who specializes in treating children with reading and spelling weaknesses, receptive and expressive language disorders, and language-based learning disabilities, including dyslexia. She works full-time at a private school for students with dyslexia where she mentors and coaches reading teachers and provides evidence-based language intervention and structured, multisensory literacy instruction. After school, she sees clients privately and works collaboratively... Read more

DeJunne’ Clark Jackson

DeJunne’ Clark Jackson, MA, MAT, MEd, CALT, LDT is an educational professional with over a decade of experience in the roles of a university disabilities coordinator, classroom teacher, school counselor, student services coordinator, and reading interventionist. As the parent of a child with dyslexia, DeJunne’ is on a mission to spread awareness to parents and schools, advocate for appropriate remediation needs within the school setting, fair treatment of and the appropriate access to literacy education for all children. DeJunne’ currently serves as the Vice President of... Read more

Dr. Lauren McClenney-Rosenstein

Lauren McClenney-Rosenstein’s passion for educating, advocating, and bringing awareness to dyslexia at the domestic and international levels began in the elementary classrooms of private schools serving students with language-based learning disabilities. She has been a certified Special Educator for a decade, and she earned her Doctor of Education in Teaching, Learning, Leadership, & Curriculum in 2019 from Northeastern University and holds a dual master’s in special education and Elementary Education from Syracuse University and a bachelor’s degree in Psychology... Read more

Danelle Augustine

Danelle Augustine M.A. CCC-SLP, CALT is a Speech-Language Pathologist and Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT). She has worked with the dyslexic population in a variety of settings: public schools, charter schools, and private practice. In recognizing the need for specialized dyslexia intervention, she obtained her CALT in 2020. She currently owns her own private practice in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area and works with children ages pre-k through high school for dyslexia intervention. You may find her on Facebook and Instagram @speechgoods... Read more

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It is estimated that 1 in 5 students have dyslexia.

The SLP Guide to Dyslexia is a resource for speech-language pathologists to successfully diagnose and treat reading disorders.

Chapter 1 History of Dyslexia

Chapter 2 Neurological Underpinnings

Chapter 3 Dyslexia State Legislation

Chapter 4 SLP Assessment

Chapter 5 SLP Literacy Based Interventions

Chapter 6 Programs/Curricula

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