Authored by renowned experts Matthew K. Burns, Timothy Odegard, Rachel-Brown Chidsey, and Tiffany P. Hogan, this paper presents a clear argument for redesigning dyslexia screening so it better reflects current research, child development, and the realities of school implementation.

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