Dyslexia, Inattention and Anxiety - MABIDA Conference October 25th in Framingham

From MABIDA
The MA Branch of the International Dyslexia Association

September 8, 2014

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Edward Hallowell will present an in-depth look at emotional and learning problems in children with reading disorders and/or ADHD. He will explore the various kinds of problems children may contend with that have a biological or genetic basis. 

Breakout Session Presenters and Topics

• Adam Hickey - Metacognition, Reading Comprehension and Writing
• Peter Morris - Beyond Mathematical Literacy
• Panel Discussion - Transitions & Accommodations
• Dr. Leslie Laud - Evidence-Based Writing Practices
• Dr. Nathan Doty - Dyslexia's Common Comorbidities
• Joe Green, Esq. - Going to Hearing at BSEA
• Lesley Maxwell - Academic Vocabulary
• Dr. Joseph Moldover - Assessment & Diagnosis
• Dr. Angela Currie (NESCA) - Relationship between Dyslexia & Anxiety 

Sessions have been designed for teachers, reading specialists, speech-language pathologists, parents, individuals with dyslexia, and others interested in helping struggling readers.

For the conference brochure and to register, please go to MABIDA's website: www.dyslexia-ma.org.

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Register Online

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When:   October 25, 2014

Where:  Sheraton Framingham Hotel and Conference Center

                    1657 Worcester Road, Framingham, MA

Cost:    IDA Member - $95

                Non-Member - $120

                Student - $25

Contact:  MABIDA

                       P.O. Box 562

                       Lincoln, MA 01773

                       massbranchida@gmail.com

Certificate of Attendance and .5 ASHA CEUs available.