Research Foundations and Educational Implications

Format: Virtual via Zoom
Date: Wednesday—April 8, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CST, Presentation
‍ ‍ 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM CST, Q & A

Host: Jessica Kane-Cabello, M.Ed., LDT, CALT-QI, ED DIAG
Ph.D. Student at UT Austin in Special Education with an Emphasis in Learning Disabilities

Late last year, the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) released an updated definition of dyslexia reflecting advances in research across cognitive science, neuroscience, and reading development.

This workshop will provide a structured examination of the new definition and will clarify the research evidence supporting the updates.

Together, we will:

• explore key changes from the previous definition

• examine the empirical rationale behind those changes

• clarify their significance for accurate dyslexia intervention

• consider instructional and intervention implications

Attendees will receive a concise reference guide to the supporting research, along with a side-by-side overview comparing the former and current IDA definitions, to support ongoing professional practice and decision-making.

1 ALTA/Educator CE Hour

Please Note:

Registrants will receive an email with a Zoom invitation on Tuesday, April 7th. This workshop will be recorded and made available to all registrants through May 1, 2026.

Attendance certificates will be available to registrants who attend the workshop live via Zoom and to those who watch the recording.