A Review of Online Dyslexia Learning Modules
Alida Anderson1, Gabrielle L Sarlo2, Hannah Pearlstein3
1School of Education, Special Education: Learning Disablities Program, American University, Washington, DC, United States.
Frontiers in Education
|January 22, 2024
Summary
This review found few online dyslexia learning modules address the "backwards reading" myth. More resources are needed to correct misinformation about dyslexia and its neurocognitive underpinnings.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Education
Background:
- Dyslexia is a common learning disorder.
- Misinformation about dyslexia, such as the "backwards reading" myth, persists.
- Publicly available online learning modules are a potential resource for dyslexia education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review publicly available online dyslexia learning modules.
- To assess the extent to which these modules address the myth that dyslexia is caused by "backwards reading."
- To guide the development of future online dyslexia learning resources.
Main Methods:
- Systematic internet search to identify online dyslexia modules.
- Content analysis of identified modules across education, neurocognition, and policy domains.
- Coding of 18 topics within 14 identified modules.
Main Results:
- Only two of the 14 reviewed modules directly addressed the "backwards reading" myth.
- Both modules identified the myth as false but did not explain the neurocognitive basis of dyslexia.
- A significant gap exists in online resources that accurately explain dyslexia.
Conclusions:
- There is an urgent need for more comprehensive online dyslexia learning modules.
- Future modules should address common myths and provide neurocognitive explanations.
- This review highlights existing resources for professional development in dyslexia education.
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