Research centered around dyslexia/related language-based learning disabilities, learning, neuroscience and the brain, and the science of literacy acquisition continues to move at light speed. The International Dyslexia Association, Upper Midwest Branch (IDA-UMB) has created this page to keep our members up-to-date on the latest news from the Upper Midwest, the nation and the world. In addition to research-related news, we strive to bring you current news on education, legislation, and disability law. Check back frequently, as this page is updated almost daily.
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02.05.12
The Upside of Dyslexia
01.31.12
The Challenge of Our Times
01.31.12
Georgia Private School Serve Students with Dyslexia
01.26.12
Spotting Dyslexia Before a Child Starts School
01.26.12
Advocates, Policymakers Divided on House ESEA Draft
01.23.12
Special Educators Borrow from Brain Science
01.18.12
Special Educators Borrow From Brain Studies
01.09.12
The Impact of NCLB on Special Education
01.02.12
Testing Firms Not Complying with Law on Disabled
12.13.11
School for Struggling Students Gets an A
11.19.11
Swedish Research: Everybody Can Become a Better Reader
11.16.11
Addressing Dyslexia Within MTSS
11.08.11
Hard Decisions for Learning Disabled
10.31.11
Colleges Step Up to Meet Dyslexia Challenge
10.31.11
The Unappreciated Benefits of Dyslexia
10.27.11
GIVE TO THE MAX DAY NOVEMBER 16!
10.18.11
Don't Get Math? Blame it on the Brain
10.12.11
U Grad Wins Concessions on LSAT
10.10.11
Lakeville Schools Ignite a Passion in Gifted Students
10.06.11
Intensive Training Helps Children with Reading and Writing Difficulties
10.05.11
Study Links Anesthesia Before Age 2 to Learning Problems
09.27.11
Dyslexia Test Accommodations for College
09.19.11
State of Learning Disabilities Report Released
09.19.11
Science Can Lead to Better Readers
09.06.11
Increase in ADHD Reported
08.28.11
A Note About Accessible Instructional Materials for LD Students
08.28.11
E-Learning Expands for Special Needs Students
08.25.11
Early Childhood and Intervention
07.26.11
IDA Partners with 3D Literacy
07.26.11
K-12 Legislative Report
06.26.11
Website Reviews Special Ed Apps
06.06.11
Technology Must Be Accessible to All, Feds Reaffirm
03.30.11
Sesame Street Launches iPad eBook Reader
03.28.11
Alternative Pathways to Teacher Licensure
03.28.11
RFB&D Audio App Available for iPhone, iPod & iPad!
03.18.11
An Instructional Approach Expands Its Reach
03.18.11
RTI's Growth Helps Buoy Education Marketplace Experts worry the boom will cause schools to rely on canned approaches
03.14.11
Impact of New ADA Regulations on Those with LD
03.02.11
Study Shows Language's Role in Learning Math
03.01.11
52nd Annual National Achievement Awards
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