Mythbusters: Dyslexia

Type:
  Video
Duration:
9 minutes
Authors:
Julie Rinker, M.Ed., C.A.L.T.; Megan Abraham, MA, NBCT; and Julie Schneider, Ph.D.
Presented by:
Jada Augustine, CCC-SLP
Developed by:
UC|CSU Collaborative for Neuroscience, Diversity, and Learning
Series:
Mythbusters Series: Understanding the Brain, Learning, and Development
Relevant categories:
Brain Development Reading and Literacy
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Overview

This video dispels common misconceptions about dyslexia, including the idea that it’s simply “seeing letters backwards.” Educators will learn what dyslexia really is, how it affects reading and language processing, and how evidence-based interventions can support students with dyslexia in meaningful and effective ways.

Produced by Sue Bin Lee and Andy Taing.

  Keywords: Dyslexia, Neuroscience

Learning objectives

  • Distinguish between myths and scientific facts about dyslexia
  • Describe how dyslexia affects reading and language processing in the brain
  • Identify evidence-based interventions to support students with dyslexia
Added on 8/7/2025   ·   Last updated on 8/7/2025