How to get the most out of TILLS
This webinar focuses on using design features unique to TILLS that allow you to assess a student’s oral and written language using a scientifically sound quadrant model. Read More
The Magnocellular Theory of Dyslexia
This excerpt examines the research supporting the belief that fundamental phonological reading problems in people with dyslexia may be due to mild, but pervasive, impaired development of magnocellular systems throughout the brain. Read More
The Role of Teacher Effectiveness in Children’s Reading Achievement
This chapter excerpt considers the knowledge and skills needed to be a successful teacher of reading as well as how schools of education might better prepare elementary-level educators to teach reading to children from a variety of backgrounds. Read More
Use of technology in teaching
This chapter discusses the use of technology in teaching students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, OWL LD, and dyscalculia. The use of computers in content area instruction, as well as the use of computers for accommodation and explicit instruction, is covered. Read More
The Fundamentals of Academic Vocabulary Essential Concepts for Middle School Students and Their Teachers
In this article from IDA's Perspectives on Language and Literacy, Jennifer Wells Greene, Ph.D., author of Academic Vocabulary for Middle School Students, describes the vocabulary needs of middle school students, with a focus on academic vocabulary. Read More
Multisensory Teaching of Basic Language Skills Activity Book sample activities
These sample activities help teach students the origin of words. With the activities in the Multisensory Teaching of Basic Language Skills Activity Book, students and practitioners will get the practice they need to use multisensory teaching effectively with students who have dyslexia and other learning disabilities. Read More
The TILLS Advantage: A Q&A with Test Developer Dr. Nickola Nelson
With so many assessments on the market, it can be tough for test administrators to determine which tool they need to obtain the most reliable and comprehensive information about their students’ capabilities. To help clarify what makes TILLS unique, we spoke with TILLS lead developer Nickola Nelson, Ph.D., CCC-SLP. Read More
“How to Get the Most Out of TILLS” post-webinar author interview
Dr. Nickola Nelson responds to questions posed by webinar attendees during the webinar "How to Get the Most Out of TILLS" presented in December, 2015. Read More
Q&A with the Co-developers of The Test of Integrated Language and Literacy Skills (TILLS)
Learn about the goals and advantages of TILLS, discover the research behind the language/literacy assessment, get sample case studies, and more! Read More
TILLS sampler
Download the sampler and get an in-depth understanding of the Test of Integrated Language and Literacy Skills (TILLS). TILLS is the groundbreaking assessment professionals need to test oral and written language skills in students ages 6–18 years. Read More
