Dyslexia testing online
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The document discusses the differences between screening and full evaluation for dyslexia testing, emphasizing that while online screenings can be beneficial, a thorough evaluation is essential for understanding and addressing the complexities of dyslexia. It outlines the four key components of a complete evaluation: observations and interviews, intellectual assessment, academic achievement, and cognitive processing testing, noting that some of these can only be conducted in person. The author encourages readers to seek comprehensive assessments to better understand individual learning challenges and develop effective intervention plans.
Dyslexia testing online
- 1. Dyslexia Testing Online Presented by: Michael Hart, Ph.D. May 16, 2013 www.doctormichaelhart.com doctormichaelhart@gmail.com
- 2. What Does Dyslexia Testing Online Mean? • Screening v. full evaluation • Screening = Quick • Full Evaluation? –Through the school district? –Through a private practitioner? CONFIDENTIAL www.doctormichaelhart.com 05/16/13 2
- 3. Definition of Screening “A preliminary procedure, such as a test or examination, to detect the most characteristic sign of signs of a disorder that may require further investigation.” • Bingo. It’s the first step in the process. And it can be done online. 05/16/13 CONFIDENTIAL www.doctormichaelhart.com 3
- 4. Is screening inherently bad? No…But… When you’re testing for something as complex as problems with reading, spelling and writing, you should err on the side of being thorough… So…Screening is a good first step. And these days that often means “dyslexia tests online.” 05/16/13 CONFIDENTIAL www.doctormichaelhart.com 4
- 5. What is a complete evaluation? If you listen to my podcast What Should An Educational Evaluation Look Like? you’ll hear about the four key components to a very thorough evaluation and why it’s important. 05/16/13 CONFIDENTIAL www.doctormichaelhart.com 5
- 6. Part 1: Observations, Interviews, Checklists • Finding a diagnostician • “Building the village” for your child • Involvement from school team, parents, child and other health care professionals • Can’t really be done online 05/16/13 CONFIDENTIAL www.doctormichaelhart.com 6
- 7. Part 2: Intellectual Assessment (IQ Testing) • It’s good to have an overall sense of the child’s verbal and nonverbal reasoning abilities • Can’t do this online 05/16/13 CONFIDENTIAL www.doctormichaelhart.com 7
- 8. Part 3: Academic Achievement • This part will provide a snapshot of where your child is at that time regarding reading, written language and math • This could possibly be part of a dyslexia test online 05/16/13 CONFIDENTIAL www.doctormichaelhart.com 8
- 9. Part 4: Cognitive Processing Testing • The key component! • Fancy way of saying “How is your brain wired?” • How does your wiring fit (or match up) with the environment you’re currently in? • There are some companies doing this online specifically for language processing and dyslexia (e.g., Lexercise) 05/16/13 CONFIDENTIAL www.doctormichaelhart.com 9
- 10. If we know how your brain is wired, we can 1)Better understand why you are struggling (or your child) and more importantly 2)Develop a plan that will help you find success and relief! 05/16/13 CONFIDENTIAL www.doctormichaelhart.com 10
- 11. Thank you! • Reach me directly at doctormichaelhart@gmail.com and please be sure to sign up for my free newsletter at www.doctormichaelhart.com to receive occasional giveaways and insider content— including the full podcast on what an educational evaluation should look like—and why 05/16/13 CONFIDENTIAL www.doctormichaelhart.com 11