Format: Online Course - Asynchronous On-Demand - 90-day Access 

Recommended Audience: Pre-K, K-5 teachers *All K-12 teachers could benefit from this learning! 

Presenter: Dr. Stephanie Brenner

Overview: 

This course provides a foundation of learning to be built upon over several years. Participants will have an increased understanding of dyslexia, allowing educators to create a classroom environment and instruction supportive of dyslexic students.

Learning Outcomes: 

•  Increase teacher knowledge of dyslexia.
• Explore Myths vs Facts to address common beliefs and misunderstandings
• Establish a clear understanding of what dyslexia is and what research indicates as differences between a typical reading brain and a dyslexic reading brain. 
• Identify strengths and difficulties occurring over ones’ lifetime as a result of the differences within the brain of a dyslexic reader.
• Learn about various ways Tier 1 instruction, accommodations, and supports can support dyslexic students. 

Graduate-Level Continuing Education: 

A half of (.5) continuing education credit is available through MidAmerica Nazarene University at an additional cost of $90 per credit hour.