The process for identifying a specific learning disability such as dyslexia is complicated in the public school setting. In this episode Mary explains the RTI (Response to Intervention) process. She also breaks down how a student is eligible for special education in the public school. Key take away is ensuring that the student is receiving appropriate instruction to remediate their decoding struggles. Strong Tier 1 and 2 instruction is necessary to determine whether the student has a learning deficit or a learning disability.Resource Links:What to Expect at an IEP Eligibility MeetingResponse to InterventionIntervention Central13 Conditions Covered Under IDEAHow Does the Reading Brain Work? (video)RTI pyramid "triangle"Struggling Readers ChecklistFollow Us:Our Website InstagramSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/readingteacherslounge)