Melissa & Lori Love Literacy ® Ep. 165: How Brains Learn to Read and Dyslexia with Nadine Gaab
Oct 20, 2023
Nadine Gaab, Associate Professor of Education at Harvard, talks about how brains learn to read, debunking dyslexia myths. She emphasizes the importance of early identification and intervention for reading difficulties, as well as the challenges in teaching reading. The podcast also discusses the significance of early screening for learning disabilities, pre-screening children in community settings, and the mental health aspect of learning to read.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Early Identification and Intervention for Reading Difficulties
03:55 • 26min
Challenges in Teaching Reading and Factors to Consider
29:38 • 1min
The Importance of Early Screening for Learning Disabilities and the Role of Pediatricians
31:05 • 3min
Pre-Screening Children in Community Settings for Reading Milestones
33:48 • 2min
The Mental Health Aspect of Learning to Read
35:33 • 6min