Thank you, both.

On 1/02/09, Adrienne wrote:
> I suggest speech/language testing that is done by a speech
> pathologist. This student may have an expressive and/or receptive
> language disability and that is why he is having trouble with
> directions, processing and comprehension. Language does not refer
> to English as a second language, but rather refers to the ability
> to express, understand and process language (word meanings,
> passage meanings, following directions, proper grammar, etc.) The
> speech pathologist may also recommend that a full battery of
> tests be done to cover all the bases. A full battery of tests
> would include academic as well as IQ testing. Some of the tests
> will test memory and working memory. Working memory means holding
> something in memory while doing something else. This is important
> for following directions.
>
> On 12/30/08, GailMA wrote:
>> There is not one test to use to determine dyslexia. I would
>> highly recommend that you get a copy of Sally Shaywitz's book,
>> Overcoming Dyslexia, which was published about 5-8 years ago,
>> I think. It's a great, and pretty readable, text that covers
>> common signs and symptoms for various ages as well as
>> recommended interventions. She does list a variety of tests
>> that are used to help make the diagnosis. Unfortunately, my
>> copy is at school and not accessible until next week.
>>
>> Some of the things you might want to look at are his language
>> skills and word attack skills (such as reading nonsense
>> words), as well as reading fluency. Is spelling also an area
>> of weakness?
>>
>> On 12/30/08, co-teacher (first) wrote:
>>> Hi,
>>>
>>> I have a parent who is asking for a test in dyslexia. Her
>>> son (7th grade special ed student)seems to have a huge
>>> processing problem that shows itself in all aspects of
>>> school, as well as non-academic areas. He has trouble
>>> following directions (both verbal and written), has a lot of
>>> trouble with reading comprehension, and has a modified
>>> workload. I am accommodating and modifying the curriculum
>>> to ensure his success (has 80's and 90's for grades)
>>>
>>> My question is - is there a test for dyslexia? Is it
>>> something that is done in schools, or with a family doctor?
>>> I know that dyslexia is a neurological language problem.
>>> He does not show problems with phonic based activities, and
>>> does not show other traits usually inherent with dyslexia
>>> (average IQ, strengths in other areas such as artistic,
>>> athletic, etc.) He is just your average learning disabled
>>> child.

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