Dyslexia in the Classroom: Signs, Screening, and Structured Literacy Supports

Understand what dyslexia is and isn’t, recognize the signs at every grade level, know how screening and evaluation work (including Texas requirements), and use structured literacy, accommodations and assistive technology so students with dyslexia can learn in every subject.

Why this course

Dyslexia is one of the most common learning disabilities, and nearly every classroom includes students who have it. In 2025 the International Dyslexia Association updated its definition for the first time in more than twenty years, and Texas House Bill 3928 changed how dyslexia is evaluated and served. This course gives teachers a clear, current, practical foundation.

Each module includes a narrated video, short readings from trusted sources, classroom scenarios and practice activities.

What you will be able to do

• Define dyslexia using the 2025 IDA definition and correct common myths.
• Recognize signs of dyslexia from preschool through high school, and explain what screening can and can’t tell you.
• Explain how dyslexia is evaluated and served under IDEA and Texas requirements, and the difference between instruction and accommodations.
• Use explicit, structured literacy routines for decoding, fluency, spelling and writing.
• Select accommodations and assistive technology that give access in every subject while protecting confidence.

Course modules

1. What Dyslexia Is (and Isn’t)
2. Recognizing Signs and Screening
3. Evaluation, Plans, and the Teacher’s Role
4. Structured Literacy in Your Classroom
5. Accommodations and Support Across Subjects

Then a final assessment: 80% to pass, unlimited retakes.

Try it first. Watch the free 7-minute Module 1 video on the 2025 definition of dyslexia, what causes it and what doesn’t, common myths, and student strengths. Preview Module 1 →

Who it’s for

Classroom teachers (PreK–12), special educators, reading and content-area teachers, interventionists, educational diagnosticians, counselors and administrators who support students with dyslexia.

CE hours and certificate

3.0 professional development hours, online and self-paced. Your certificate lists the course title, completion date, hours and presenter, and is available the moment you pass. Educators are responsible for confirming that this course meets the requirements of their state education agency, school district or certifying organization.

Texas educators: Texas Education Code § 21.054 requires continuing education for educators who teach students with dyslexia to include training on new research and practices, and allows it to be offered online. Keep your certificate with your CPE records.

Your instructor: Jaime Flowers, Ph.D., NCSP, LEP, BCBA, school psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst. Her full bio is under About this CE.