Discover how to navigate the complexities of identifying Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) in Rhode Island, with a focus on dyslexia. This course empowers educators to confidently apply Rhode Island’s SLD criteria, understand federal and state regulations, and support students with unique learning needs—filling the gaps often missed in preservice training.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will:

• Understand and be able to explain to families how dyslexia fits within federal and state regulations about SLD.
• Learn and prepare to apply the SLD criteria within RI state regulations for Dyslexia.
• Articulate the differences and similarities between the 504 plan, IEP, and intervention plan.