Latest Past Events
Maryanne Wolf: Reading Brain in a Digital Milieu: Beauty, Threat and Choice
VirtualThis presentation will examine some of the increasing research in cognitive neuroscience and education on the different effects of digital and print mediums on the development of reading in children and adolescents. There will be no binary description, but rather an examination of the advantages and disadvantages for each medium on the development of […]
Experience Dyslexia® Simulation and Panel
New School of San Francisco 940 Filbert Street, San FranciscoA hands-on simulation where participants experience some of the challenges faced by people with dyslexia. Q&A panel to follow! The event is limited to 60 seats. Register now! WHAT IS IT LIKE TO HAVE DYSLEXIA? Experience Dyslexia® is the latest version of IDA Northern California’s popular learning disabilities simulation. The simulation is […]
Dyslexia In California: How Universal Screening Could Help All Students
CalMatters Studio & Virtual 1303 J Street, Suite 200, SacramentoApril 18th, 2023 8:00am - 9:00am CalMatters education reporter Joe Hong will moderate a thoughtful conversation about early screening and how intervention can mitigate or even prevent illiteracy caused by dyslexia. This panel will feature experts, parents and educators in a conversation about the benefits of universal screening and why the practice isn't the norm in California. The […]