Embracing Dyslexia The Interviews Kelli Sandman Hurley Ed D

Kelli is a published author and researcher of dyslexia. She is an adjunct professor of reading, literacy coordinator and a tutor trainer. She also co-founded the Dyslexia Training Institute located in San Diego. Kelli is the Past-President of the San Diego Branch of the International Dyslexia Association, as well as a board member of the Southern California Library Literacy Network (SCLLN). She is a professional developer for California Library Literacy Services (CLLS) as well as a Literacy Consultant for the San Diego Council on Literacy. Kelli has presented at numerous conferences as well as provided professional development for k-12 teachers. She received her doctorate in Literacy with a specialization in reading and dyslexia from San Diego State University and the University of San Diego.

In her interview, Kelli touches on the myths of dyslexia, offers advice for parents and teachers, and discusses what accommodations are and why they are important. She also provides an excellent summary of both the IEP and the 504 plan and helps parents understand the important role they play in an IEP meeting.