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Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 5h

"The greatest stumbling block preventing a dyslexic child from realizing his potential and following his dream, is the widespread ignorance about the true nature of dyslexia." -Sally Shaywitz

#DyslexiaAwarenessMonth #DyslexiaAwareness

Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 5h

Did you know that reading isn’t hardwired in the brain? Neuroscience shows that people w/ dyslexia often don’t access the fast recognition pathway as easily, which affects fluency.

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#DyslexiaAwareness #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth

Reading and the Brain: What to Know

Brain imaging shows reading isn't hardwired; explicit instruction is crucial. Key neural pathways allow skilled reading but are disrupted in people who have dyslexia.

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Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 5h

🌟 Hey educators! Looking for trusted resources to support your students? Our resource page is packed with valuable materials to read and watch. Take a look, explore, and empower your students with these tools! #TeachingResources #EducatorSupport ow.ly/1m4M50U334n

Resources for Educators | Landmark Outreach

Videos, articles, research & other resources for educators curated by Landmark Outreach to help educators understand and teach students with dyslexia & LBLD

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Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 5h

There are so many misconceptions about dyslexia, and we’re here to help foster understanding. These common myths vs. facts highlight what dyslexia truly is—and what it’s not. #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth #DyslexiaAwareness

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Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 5h

"One thing we know for certain about dyslexia, is that this is one small area of difficulty in a sea of strengths." -Sally Shaywitz

#DyslexiaAwarenessMonth #DyslexiaAwareness

Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 6d

We're talking about myths this week when it comes to dyslexia. Let us know in the comments if there is a myth you often hear that you wish more people understood was false. #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth #DyslexiaAwareness

Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 6d

Educators, join our 6-week online #StudySkills course this Summer and gain practical takeaways on boosting student organization, time management, and self‑regulation.

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Study Skills Online Course - 15 Hours

Online PD for Educators. Take this 15-hour online course & help students develop study skills. Learn strategies to boost time management & organization.

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Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 6d

Designed & delivered by Landmark faculty, our online courses give you practical strategies to support students with learning differences. Explore our fall lineup and find out why other educators love our online PD!

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Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 8d

Hard copies are available for purchase of our Dyslexia Guidebook, a resource packed w/essential tips and strategies for supporting individuals with dyslexia at school, work, and home.

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#DyslexiaAwareness #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth

Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 11d

We'd love to hear some of your thoughts as we celebrate #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth. What do you wish other people knew about your students with dyslexia? #DyslexiaAwareness

Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 11d

Support your students' #executivefunction skills with this 6-week online course. You’ll walk away with practical strategies for fostering organization, time management, and independence in your students.

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Executive Function Foundational Knowledge Online Course- 15 hours

Online professional development for educators. Explore executive function and build foundational knowledge to support all learners. 15-hour executive function course.

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The Reading League @thereadingleague.org · 15d

For #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth, we’ve gathered resources for educators & caregivers to equip them to meet the literacy needs of all readers.

🔹 TRL Compass Families & Caregivers page: https://bit.ly/3WoHFiJ
🔹 TRL Journal Article: https://bit.ly/4oMiX95

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Dyslexia Awareness Month by The Reading League Discover tools and strategies to support all readers

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Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 13d

Today we're spotlighting some classic signs of dyslexia to help raise awareness & foster understanding.

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Dyslexia Guidebook here:
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#DyslexiaAwarenessMonth #DyslexiaAwareness

Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 13d

Our fall online courses kick off on October 21st—just around the corner! 🍂 If you’ve been meaning to register, now’s a great time to check it off your list.
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Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 15d

Dyslexia is more than just reversing letters—it’s a neurobiological learning difference rooted in phonology, not intelligence. Learn what dyslexia really is & how it impacts spelling, decoding, & reading fluency.
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#DyslexiaAwareness #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth

What is Dyslexia?

Official definition explains dyslexia as a neurobiological learning disability impacting phonological skills & accurate word recognition, with potential secondary consequences.

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Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 15d

We'd love to hear some of your thoughts as we celebrate #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth and we know that students with dyslexia have some pretty amazing strengths! Share in the comments below some of those strengths you've seen shine in your students. #DyslexiaAwareness

Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 18d

This #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth, along with Landmark School,
we'll be sharing resources, quotes, and helping to facilitate conversations that will raise awareness and dispel myths about dyslexia. #DyslexiaAwareness

Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 18d

We are thrilled to have Elizabeth Norton joining us next Tuesday for our next free webinar. She has also written our latest blog post, which you can read here: ow.ly/2U4h50X4uZQ

#freewebinar #teacherPD #fluency #readingfluency

Reading Fluency: What is it, and Why is it Hard to Change?

Learn about the importance of reading fluency from Elizabeth Norton, associate professor at Northwestern University.

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Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 18d

Designed & delivered by Landmark faculty, our online courses give you practical strategies to support students with learning differences. Explore our fall lineup and find out why other educators love our online PD!

ow.ly/NSBJ50WSfP9

#TeacherPD #LearningDifferences #EdChat

Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 18d

The What is Dyslexia? section of Landmark School's
Dyslexia Guidebook breaks down facts, dispels myths, and provides a clear explanation of this common learning disability.

Download the free guidebook here: landmarkschool.org/lantern/guid...

#DyslexiaAwareness #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth

Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 18d

Meet the Instructor! Linda's favorite piece of advice to give other educators is, “Know your students! It is important to be proactive rather than reactive.”

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Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 20d

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! All month long, we’ll be sharing resources and conversations to celebrate the strengths of dyslexic learners and challenge common myths. Join us as we learn, reflect, and grow together.

#DyslexiaAwareness #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth

Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 20d

Happening next Tuesday Oct 7th!

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#freewebinar #TeacherPD #fluency #teachingreading

Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 20d

Support multilingual learners with learning disabilities more effectively with this 6-week online course offering practical strategies for inclusive, language-rich instruction.

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Landmark Outreach @landmarkoutreach.bsky.social · 20d

Helping students identify the main idea doesn’t have to be tricky. Read one of our most popular blogs on how to support students as they learn this skill.

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#MainIdea #ReadingComprehension #TeacherTips

Finding the Main Idea | Landmark Outreach

Finding the main idea is a difficult task for many students. Support your students' comprehension by providing strategies to help them find the main idea of a text.

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