Middle Georgia RESA’s Dyslexia Endorsement is designed to prepare candidates to recognize the characteristics of Dyslexia and support students with Dyslexia in the field and at the grade levels of their base certification as outlined in Rule 505-3-.112 DYSLEXIA ENDORSEMENT PROGRAM Each course is approximately 12 weeks in length. The Dyslexia Endorsement is a three-course program:
Course 1: Understanding Language Development and Dyslexia
Course 2: Assessment and Evidence-Based Reading Instruction for Students with Dyslexia
Course 3: Methods in Multi-Sensory Instruction and Interventions
Candidate admission to the MGRESA Endorsement Program requires the following:
- A valid, level 4 or higher Induction or Professional teaching certificate in any teaching, service, or leadership field is required for program admission.
- Candidates must register online under Course Registration for each course of the Dyslexia Endorsement and follow the link to print the application for system approval.
Course Descriptions
This is a job-embedded program. Candidates must practice skills with students.
Course 1: Understanding Language Development and Dyslexia
The introductory course explores the critical components of literacy development and introduces candidates to the nature and needs of students with dyslexia. An integral part of teaching students who have reading difficulties is a comprehensive understanding of the foundations of reading. The course will also address the historical development of the field, relevant laws, and policies.
Course 2: Assessment and Evidence-Based Reading Instruction for Students with Dyslexia
Assessment and Evidence-based Reading Instruction prepares candidates to apply the practices of effective assessment for students with dyslexia, including the various purposes of assessment, the psychometric properties of high-quality assessment tools, and issues related to test administration. Students will identify effective assessment tools, develop informal assessment procedures, and interpret assessment data to design intervention. Additionally, the course introduces the principles and practices of evidence-based literacy intervention for students with dyslexia.
Course 3: Methods in Multi-Sensory Instruction and Interventions
In this course, candidates develop, implement, and evaluate interventions for students who have significant reading and/or writing difficulties, including dyslexia and/or delays in the stages of literacy development. Candidates will design plans to address the varied challenges that students may encounter as they develop literacy skills. Effective interventions in various components of literacy, and the issues involved in designing a comprehensive literacy intervention plan will be addressed.