"HOW DO I FIND AND EVALUATE AN EDUCATIONAL PROFESSIONAL?"
"Evaluating Educational Professionals," IDA, "Just the Facts" suggests the following steps in finding a qualified professional:
1. Inquire about the educational background, previous work experience, and special training in instructional approaches designed to address the needs of students with dyslexia.
2. Check the training credentials
a. Certification by training course aligned with IDA's standards
b. Certification by accredited multisensory structured language training course
c. Documentation of levels of training completed within the training course
d. Year and location of the training course and contact information for references
e. Involvement in ongoing, related professional development
3. Meet and interview the prospective specialist to determine if he or she has a personal style that is comfortable for you and teaching expertise that is appropriate to your child's learning needs.
1. Inquire about the educational background, previous work experience, and special training in instructional approaches designed to address the needs of students with dyslexia.
2. Check the training credentials
a. Certification by training course aligned with IDA's standards
b. Certification by accredited multisensory structured language training course
c. Documentation of levels of training completed within the training course
d. Year and location of the training course and contact information for references
e. Involvement in ongoing, related professional development
3. Meet and interview the prospective specialist to determine if he or she has a personal style that is comfortable for you and teaching expertise that is appropriate to your child's learning needs.
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