Our Dyslexic Children:Understanding Dyslexia: A Quiz

What is dyslexia described as in the text?

• A result of poor teaching methods

• A lack of interest in reading

• A choice made by the student

• A reading disability that is neurological in origin

What approach is mentioned as helping children with dyslexia?

• Ignoring the problem

• Whole language approach

• Orton-Gillingham approach

• Only using digital books

What did the National Reading Panel conclude about phonics?

• It is not useful

• It helps all kids become better readers

• It is too difficult to implement

• It should be avoided

What was a major problem identified with teaching methods for dyslexic students?

• Too much focus on phonics

• Students were not motivated

• Lack of knowledge about dyslexia in schools

• Overemphasis on digital learning tools

What did the James family fight for in their Supreme Court case?

• The removal of all reading requirements

• A ban on all books in schools

• The right for a trial regarding education methods

• The right to choose their child's teacher

What did the Reading Recovery program emphasize?

• Strict phonics only approach

• Learning through playing games

• Avoiding reading until later grades

• Using whole words by sight and context

What did the parents in Upper Arlington form to address their concerns?

• A new school

• A book club

• A strategic action group

• A music band

What was a result of the parents' efforts in Upper Arlington?

• Only online learning was used

• All books were banned

• Reading Recovery was expanded

• Phonics based instruction was implemented

What did the Ohio Department of Education rule about Upper Arlington School District?

• It needed no improvements

• It had the best reading scores

• It was breaking federal law

• It was the best in the state

What did the text suggest about the colleges of Education?

• They do not teach how to teach reading effectively

• They teach too much phonics

• They are the best at teaching reading methods

• They focus only on dyslexia