David Kilpatrick - Perth
Understanding Word-Level Reading Problems: Implications for Instruction and Intervention
This presentation will focus on how children learn to read words and why some children struggle. The goal of the presentation is to establish a knowledge base for educators about the nature and components of word-level reading and the causes of reading disabilities. This knowledge base should assist educators with implementing the most effective instructional and intervention practices.Professor David Kilpatrick is an author, researcher and educator who has focused on the topic of reading development and reading difficulties. He is associated with Syracuse University in New York, United States, where he has held the position of Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychology. Professor David Kilpatrick is known for his expertise communicating knowledge about reading assessment and reading instruction to educators.
Location
Edith Cowan University - Mount Lawley Campus
2 Bradley Street, Building 17.157, Mount Lawley Western Australia 6050
PARKING
Parking is free on Saturdays at ECU so park in visitors, staff or student parking. The closest place to park to the venue is via the Central Avenue entry.
CATERING
Morning Tea and lunch provided. Café 10 will be open early for coffee.