{"product_id":"essentials-of-dyslexia-assessment-and-intervention-isbn-9781394229239","title":"Essentials of Dyslexia Assessment and Intervention","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpert guidance on the features of dyslexia and the most effective treatment options\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eEssentials of Dyslexia Assessment and Intervention\u003c\/i\u003e allows psychologists, graduate students, reading specialists, and others to quickly acquire the knowledge and skills needed to treat individuals struggling with dyslexia. This book provides step-by-step guidance on accurately identifying, assessing, and using evidence-based interventions with individuals with dyslexia. Addressing the components that need to be considered in the assessment of dyslexia—both cognitive and academic—this book includes descriptions of the various tests used in a comprehensive dyslexia assessment along with detailed, evidence-based interventions that professionals and parents can use to help individuals struggling with dyslexia. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA part of the trusted Essentials of Psychological Assessment series, this book features concise chapters designed to facilitate retention of key concepts with callout boxes, bullet points, and extensive illustrations. Additionally, the chapters contain questions to test your knowledge and reinforce what you have learned. This updated second edition covers essential topics for today’s professionals, including genetic factors, reading instruction, technology, and dyslexia in schools. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGain an understanding of the neurological and genetic causes and risk factors of dyslexia\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssess reading fluency, phonological awareness, and other markers of dyslexia\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover the latest interventions for improving reading and spelling in individuals with dyslexia\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn to pick up on cues that help with early identification and treatment of dyslexia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eProviding an in-depth look at dyslexia, this straightforward book presents information that will prepare school psychologists, neuropsychologists, educational diagnosticians, special education teachers, as well as general education teachers, to recognize, assess, and provide effective treatment programs for dyslexia. The book is also a good resource for parents who are helping a child with dyslexia. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeries Preface ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne Understanding Dyslexia 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTwo A Brief History of Dyslexia 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThree The Brain and Dyslexia 29\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eDeborah Schneider, Fumiko Hoeft, Nancy Mather, Barbara J. Wendling, Sally Shaywitz*, and Bennett Shaywitz*\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFour Genetics and the Environment 41\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eDeborah Schneider, Nancy Mather, and Barbara J. Wendling\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFive Assessment of Cognitive and Linguistic Risk Factors 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSix Assessment of Decoding, Encoding, and Reading Fluency 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeven Phonological Awareness and Early Reading and Spelling 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEight Orthography and Orthographic Mapping for Reading and Spelling 105\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eNancy Redding, Nancy Mather, and Barbara J. Wendling\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNine Teaching the Orthographic System by Integrating Morphology, Etymology, and Phoneme– Grapheme Relationships 119\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eSue Scibetta Hegland\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTen Instruction in Basic Reading Skills and Spelling 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEleven Instruction in Reading Fluency 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTwelve Technology Applications for Students with Dyslexia 171\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eKathleen Puckett\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThirteen Dyslexia in Different Languages and English Learners 183\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eMartha Youman and Emily Mather\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFourteen Dyslexia in the Schools 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A Descriptions of Tests 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B Descriptions of Evidence-Based Programs 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C Mobile Apps and Websites to Support Reading and Writing Instruction 333\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eElaine Cheesman\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary 337\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuggested Readings 373\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Authors and Contributing Authors 377\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 379\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNancy Mather, PhD\u003c\/b\u003e, is a professor emerita in the Department of Disability and Psychoeducational Studies at the University of Arizona. She specializes in the assessment and treatment of dyslexia. She is a co-author of the Tests of Dyslexia and the \u003ci\u003eWoodcock-Johnson V\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBarbara J. Wendling, MA\u003c\/b\u003e, is an author and consultant specializing in educational assessment and intervention with a focus on linking assessment to instruction. Barbara is a co-author of the Tests of Dyslexia and the \u003ci\u003eWoodcock Interpretation and Instructional Interventions Program\u003c\/i\u003e.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA comprehensive introduction and a thorough reference to the identification and treatment of dyslexia\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProfessionals, students, and parents alike will appreciate this practical approach to the essentials of assessing and treating dyslexia. \u003ci\u003eEssentials of Dyslexia: Assessment and Intervention, Second Edition \u003c\/i\u003eoffers expert guidance, clear explanations, and a convenient format that facilitates learning and makes it easy to refer back to key points.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow in its second edition, this popular volume in the \u003ci\u003eEssentials of Psychological Assessment\u003c\/i\u003e series retains all the helpful features readers have enjoyed, with updated research and best practices for intervention. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDyslexia is the most prevalent specific learning disability and has both a neurobiological and genetic basis. Because of its impact on school success, educators and educational psychologists need to have an understanding of how dyslexia impacts reading, spelling, and emotional development. By identifying the sometimes subtle signs of dyslexia and applying evidence-based interventions, practitioners can help individuals with dyslexia succeed in school and in life.\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eEssentials of Dyslexia Assessment and Intervention, Second Edition \u003c\/i\u003eis an indispensable guide for doing just that.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989160542437,"sku":"NP9781394229239","price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781394229239.jpg?v=1761783039","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/essentials-of-dyslexia-assessment-and-intervention-isbn-9781394229239","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}