| Jordan Dyslexia Assessment/Reading Program |
Yields reliable information: the screening material reliably measures indicators of potential learning
disabilities and yields consistent results (if the screening tool was given to the same person again, similar
indicators of potential learning disabilities would be evident). A low standard of error should be evident. |
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No mention of reliability. |
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Is valid: The screening material adequately represents
the full range of characteristics associated with learning
disabilities. The screening material is consistent with
what is currently known about learning disabilities. It
covers a scope sufficient to provide an initial assessment
in several areas such as language, motor, organization
and social skills (look for a description of which learning
disability indicators may be assessed with the instrument). |
"In the instructors manual (pp.11 - 48) it
does include research regarding dyslexia and examples of each severity level" 8 |
Screens only those with dyslexia. No mention of percentages or validity. |
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The tool is cost-effective including initial purchase and
ongoing purchases of related materials such as question booklets, score sheets etc. |
Complete Kit = $132.00
Instructor's manual $110.00 and student workbook $25.00 |
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The time required to conduct the screening procedures is
reasonable: it is quick to administer, score, and interpret. |
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"There is no indication of how long the tests take to administer and no indication
of time required to score the results." 9There are many tests so one can assume it
would take some time. |
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The requirements for learning to use the screening tool
are reasonable. Requirements may range from reviewing
the instructions and user manual to participating in a training session. |
"p.3 of the instructors manual states that
persons administering the test need not be highly trained specialists." 10 |
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Minimize bias: The screening material accurately
highlights potential indicators of learning disabilities
regardless of a person's age, gender, race, ethnicity, or primary language. |
Case studies are included which involved students of all ages and gender but no
mention of race, ethnicity or primary language. |
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Instructions are provided on how to interpret the screening tool results/findings. |
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The tool is compatible with the goals of the organization. For example, if you serve only adults, was
the test developed for adults only or if you serve a number of ESL learners, was this the intended audience
for the screening tool? |
Designed for students of any age who show signs of dyslexia. |
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The format and written text follows clear language guidelines. |
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No material to review. |
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The tool includes information to help select possible
learning materials and/or instructional practices. |
Each of the 75 lessons includes structured review of previous skills, introduction of a new
literacy skill and follow up practice to build permanent memory of that skill. The reading program
guides students step by step through structured lessons that integrate four learning modalities:
sight, speech, hearing and touch. |
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