Event Calendar
IDA, Ontario Branch Speaker Series 2008-2009 Registration for the October lecture opens September 2, 2008.
Schedule:
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Dr. Marc Joanisse, University of Western Ontario
Developmental dyslexia and spoken language impairments in school-age children: What's the connection?
This presentation discusses two types of language problems in children: developmental dyslexia, and specific language impairment (SLI). Dyslexia is a specific reading impairment; on the other hand, SLI is a delay in thedevelopment of spoken language comprehension and production. Although the two are typically treated as separte disorders, recent theories have suggested that both are caused by similar underlying deficits in phonological and speech processing. Research in my lab seeks to address this theory by examining the nature, prevalence and co-occurerence of these two disorders in school-age children.
February, 2009
Dr. Maggie Toplak, York University
Dr. Karen Ghelani
April,2009
Dr. Rhonda Martinussen, OISE/UT
SUPPORT GROUP FOR PARENTS Has your son or daughter been identified with dyslexia or a related language learning disability? Then this group is for you!
This is an opportunity for parents and those concerned about our children with dyslexia to meet, share ideas and information, and support one another.
Location: Lake Wilcox Public School
80 Wildwood Ave., Richmond Hill
Time: 7 - 9 PM
Dates: Third Thursday of every month until June- April 17, May 15, June 12
RSVP: call 416.716.9296 or email info@idaontario.com
Teacher Training Sessions Multi-sensory phonics training using the Orton-Gillingham approach
Learn how the Orton-Gillingham approach to teaching can be used to support students who are struggling with reading, writing, and spelling.
Training will be provided by a fully certified Orton-Gillingham practitioner.
Trainees will learn the essential components of the O-G approach and a list of recommended resources and materials will be provided.
July 11 – 12 and July 25 – 26, 2008
Location: Richmond Hill Public Library
Cost: $450 for 4 sessions
Click here to download registration form and additional information
For more information please contact us at info@idaontario.com or 416.716.9296
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