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Dyslexia Talks: Spotlighting Strengths and Reshaping the Narrative with Jeffrey Conger
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In this insightful conversation, Dr. Jeffrey Conger, a professor at Montana State University, shares his personal journey with dyslexia and the inspiring work he is doing to spotlight the strengths of the dyslexic mind. He provides a unique perspective on navigating education and career paths while embracing one's learning differences.
Jeff discusses the importance of developing strengths alongside addressing weaknesses and how the Dyslexia and Innovation Symposium creates a new narrative around successful individuals with dyslexia. From leveraging visual memory to distinguishing between eye-reading and ear-reading, Jeff offers valuable insights and advice for individuals, parents, and educators looking to empower those with dyslexia.
This is part three of the Literacy Talks miniseries Dyslexia Talks, hosted by Donell Pons.
SHOW NOTES
Literacy Leaders:
- Dr. Jeffrey Conger
- Dr. Sarah Pennington
- Dr. Waded Cruzado
- Lynsey Dyer
- Cliff Weitzman
- Linda Siegel
- David Flink
Resources:
- Dyslexia & Innovation Symposium
- Speechify
- Grammarly
- Not Stupid, Not Lazy: Understanding Dyslexia and Other Learning Disabilities
- Thinking Differently: An Inspiring Guide for Parents of Children with Learning Disabilities
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From Pre-K readiness to advanced fluency, Ascend™ offers a consistent, needs-based reading experience across every grade, tier, and model—so every student can build mastery, one skill at a time. Learn More.
106 episodes
Manage episode 447677197 series 3369710
In this insightful conversation, Dr. Jeffrey Conger, a professor at Montana State University, shares his personal journey with dyslexia and the inspiring work he is doing to spotlight the strengths of the dyslexic mind. He provides a unique perspective on navigating education and career paths while embracing one's learning differences.
Jeff discusses the importance of developing strengths alongside addressing weaknesses and how the Dyslexia and Innovation Symposium creates a new narrative around successful individuals with dyslexia. From leveraging visual memory to distinguishing between eye-reading and ear-reading, Jeff offers valuable insights and advice for individuals, parents, and educators looking to empower those with dyslexia.
This is part three of the Literacy Talks miniseries Dyslexia Talks, hosted by Donell Pons.
SHOW NOTES
Literacy Leaders:
- Dr. Jeffrey Conger
- Dr. Sarah Pennington
- Dr. Waded Cruzado
- Lynsey Dyer
- Cliff Weitzman
- Linda Siegel
- David Flink
Resources:
- Dyslexia & Innovation Symposium
- Speechify
- Grammarly
- Not Stupid, Not Lazy: Understanding Dyslexia and Other Learning Disabilities
- Thinking Differently: An Inspiring Guide for Parents of Children with Learning Disabilities
Do you teach Structured Literacy in a K–3 setting?
Sign up for a free license of Reading Horizons Discovery® LIVE and start teaching right away—no setup, no hassle. Sign-up Now.
Coming Soon: Reading Horizons Ascend™
From Pre-K readiness to advanced fluency, Ascend™ offers a consistent, needs-based reading experience across every grade, tier, and model—so every student can build mastery, one skill at a time. Learn More.
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