Early Identification of Dyslexia (Research to Practice) with Dr. Hugh Catts

Dr. Hugh Catts presents the latest advances in research on dyslexia focusing on the early identification of reading and language disabilities, and early screening for the prevention of reading failure.
Researchers, educators and practitioners have the ultimate goal of helping children reach their full potential and lead a fulfilling life. Children with dyslexia not only struggle with phonological processing and decoding but may experience other downstream effects including reading comprehension problems, academic failure, as well as increased anxiety, reduced self-esteem, and lack of motivation. Hence, early identification and intervention are critical.
Who is Dr. Hugh Catts?
Hugh Catts Ph.D., The Windward School and Windward Institute’s 2021 Robert J. Schwartz Memorial lecturer, is Professor and Director of the School of Communication Science and Disorders at Florida State University. His research interests include the early identification and prevention of reading disabilities. He is a past board member of the International Dyslexia Association and past board member and president of the Society for the Scientific Study of Reading. He has received the Samuel T. Orton Award from the International Dyslexia Association and the Honors of the Association from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association for his career contributions in each of these disciplines. His current research concerns the early identification of reading and language disabilities and the nature and treatment of reading comprehension problems.