Hi Amy,
Here is a link to an excellent web site on the subject of testing and
treatment for dyslexia.
http://www.irlen.com/index_sss.html
This page and the links that you will see to the left on that page
will give you a really good overview on the subject of dyslexia and
the testing process that the Irlen Institute uses to identify key
factors which are affecting the learning progress.
The Irlen Institute has successfully helped people world-wide who
have perceptual problems that keep them from being able to read and
learn and function as well as they should. The Irlen Method expands
upon current standardized testing by exploring a wider range of
reasons for poor school and work performance. The standard tests
frequently fail to identify all the reasons for problems because they
look at only part of the puzzle. At the Irlen Institute,
professionals work to identify key factors which are affecting
learning progress. Family members participate in the evaluation
process and a multidisciplinary assessment helps to find all the
pieces of the puzzle. The testing process includes specialized
testing to see whether your son can be helped with colored overlays
or colored filter glasses that can minimize or eliminate the
perceptual problems that are one of the main root causes of dyslexia
in many people. The professionals at the Irlen Institute will also
help you to develop a strategy for helping your son overcome his
learning problems.
I am one of the people that they have helped. For me, getting Irlen
filters has made a miraculous change in my life. I would be very
happy to answer any questions you have and help you any way I can.
I wish you success in helping your son.
God bless.
Robin
--- In dyslexiasupportgroup@y..., "akcaponte" <akcaponte@a...> wrote:
> Greetings:
>
> My name is Amy and I am the homeschool Mom of one boy, 9 yrs. I
> believe my son has dyslexia, so I am trying to learn as much about
it
> as I can. I am also trying to find learning materials created for
> kids with dyslexia. What is the process that one must go through
for
> testing? I look forward to learning from everyone here.
>
> Blessings,
> Amy