Explore groundbreaking research revealing how infants perceive and respond to rhythmic cues in speech, nursery rhymes, and music, and discover the potential links between rhythm response and future language development, dyslexia, and prosody.
Articles by Rebecca Stanborough, MFA
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Discover a real-life case example showcasing how the TOD®-C assessment played a pivotal role in diagnosing dyslexia in an adult patient, leading to essential accommodations for career advancement. Explore the comprehensive recommendations and strategies that helped this individual achieve their professional goals, shedding light on the transformative potential of the TOD-C in identifying adult dyslexia.
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Essential guidance for educators and professionals dealing with dyslexia evaluations in English learners (ELs) offering a comprehensive list of questions and evidence-based advice to distinguish between language acquisition challenges and dyslexia, emphasizing the importance of considering linguistic and cultural factors in the assessment process.
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Amy D. Riley shares the transformative strategies her team employs to create safer and more supportive environments for students, from the school bus to the cafeteria, emphasizing the importance of trauma sensitivity training for all school staff. Through a holistic approach, these strategies have not only reduced the number of suicide threat assessments but have also fostered a culture of compassion and understanding, making every part of the school day easier for students who have experienced trauma.
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Educators and clinicians must make sure D/HH students are carefully, competently assessed early enough to prevent language deprivation. Doing so will mean that more students can spend their school years building skills and friendships. And more students can leave school ready for all the possibilities on the other side of the graduation stage.

