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The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) Professional Standards and Practices Committee chaired by Louisa Moats, Ed.D. has released its Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading. Click here to download this 41 page pdf.

Click here to download an article on Response to Intervention by Fall 2007 Conference keynote speaker Joseph K. Torgesen, Ph.D.

Teaching All Students to Read: Is it really possible? by Joseph K. Torgesen, Ph.D.

Click here to download an article on Spelling Instruction by Louisa Moats, Ed.D., Spring 2007 Symposium speaker.

2009 Spring Conference - Issues in Developing Literacy: From ABC to ADHD
HIDA's annual spring conference was held on April 3, 2009 in Hilo and on April 4, 2009 in Honolulu. The powerpoints of keynote speaker Dr. Eric Tridas and from the afternoon breakout sessions are available to download by clicking on the links below.

  • From ABC to ADHD : Eric Tridas, M.D. Click here for Dr. Tridas' powerpoint

  • Early Assessment and Recommendations for At-Risk Children : Tracie Takeshita, Psy.D. Click here to download Dr. Takeshita's powerpoint

  • Executive Function : Patti Jenks Click here to download Mrs. Jenks' powerpoint

    Dyslexia: What is it really?
    G. Emerson Dickman, attorney and president of the International Dyslexia Association based in Maryland, shared personal reflections and scientific fact regarding dyslexia on January 5, 2008 to an audience of educators and parents in Honolulu. Click on the links below to download Mr. Dickman's handouts.


    • Interview with Dr. Jack Horner: "The Dinosaur Guy"
    Between public appearances at UH Manoa in fall, 2004, world renowned paleontologist Dr. Jack Horner sat with some students at an outdoor picnic table and speculated playfully about genetically engineering a chicken to produce a velociraptor. Jack was invited to UH Manoa as one of 3 Distinguished Lecturers for the 2004-2005 year, where he “wowed” students, faculty, and their children with his enchanting and thought-provoking presentations about dinosaurs. Being dyslexic has shaped and challenged him, but never stopped him. Click here to read more.