Dyslexia for Teachers of English as a Foreign Language

Step 1.
Design one short language assessment task (a vocabulary quiz, a grammar test, a reading, speaking test etc.) that is suitable for dyslexic language learners at a selected level of proficiency and of a particular age.  In designing the task, please consider the following:

Questions to consider in selecting and designing assessment tasks for students with dyslexia (based on Kormos & Smith, 2012, p.160

• Does the task measure the targeted skill or knowledge?
• Is the task enjoyable and motivating?
• Is the task relevant for the students?
• Can the task be marked reliably?
• What kind of difficulties might students with dyslexia experience when doing    the task?
• Is the time needed to complete the task sufficient for students with dyslexia?
• Are the instructions clear?
• Is the level of difficulty appropriate?

Please open a separate topic each, by writing your name in the "title" space.