Dyslexia 101 Workshop

Learn, Understand, and Take Action on Dyslexia

The Dyslexia 101 Workshop, developed by the International Dyslexia Association (IDA), is an engaging, research-based introduction to dyslexia and Structured Literacy. Geared towards parents, educators, and community members, the workshop builds understanding, raises awareness, and empowers local communities to support struggling readers.

Dyslexia 101 Workshop Overview

An Introduction to Dyslexia & Structured Literacy

The Dyslexia 101 Workshop is delivered as a virtual, pre-recorded presentation, hosted live at in-person events by an IDA-Certified Facilitator. This format combines the consistency and quality of a professional webinar with the engagement and interaction of a live community event.

What You Will Learn:  Understanding Dyslexia: Common myths, characteristics, and early warning signs – How the Brain Learns to Read: Why Structured Literacy benefits all learners – Evidence-Based Instruction: Strategies to support students with dyslexia – Family-School Collaboration: How parents and educators can work together – Resources & Tools: Access IDA’s trusted materials and support

Live Q&A: Each session includes a live question and answer session with a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to answer participants’ technical questions.

Who Should Attend:  Parents seeking guidance and clarity – Teachers and school staff building foundational knowledge – Community partners and leaders raising awareness – Anyone in the public interested in dyslexia and literacy

Take the first step toward understanding dyslexia and improving literacy outcomes in your community.

Dyslexia 101 Workshop Facilitator Directory

Log in to Download the Facilitator Directory →

In January 2026, IDA released the Dyslexia 101 Workshop Facilitator Directory, a national resource designed to help schools, libraries, and community organizations connect with IDA-Certified Dyslexia 101 Facilitators in their area.

The Directory is now housed in IDA’s Dyslexia Digital Library. Start today by logging in with your free Library account to access this and many other complimentary resources. Users may sign in with an existing Library account or create a new account. To access the Facilitator list, click on “Workshop Facilitator Directory” next to “Find a Provider”.

Why Use the Facilitator Directory?

• Locate trained IDA-Certified Facilitators hosting Dyslexia 101 Workshops near you
• Bring high-quality, evidence-aligned workshops to your school or community
• Connect with professionals raising dyslexia awareness locally

Facilitators listed in the Directory are independent professionals. Inclusion in the Directory does not imply automatic booking or assignment. Interested organizations or schools should initiate outreach directly to confirm availability and determine fit.

Stay tuned for continued updates as the Directory grows.

Become a Dyslexia 101 Facilitator

Summer 2026 Training Cohort Mailing List

Interested in becoming trained by IDA to Facilitate Dyslexia 101 Workshops in your community ? The Summer 2026 Dyslexia 101 Facilitator Training Cohort will open for registration next year.

Facilitator Requirements: 21 years or older – Experience leading group sessions or workshops – Strong communication and organizational skills – Ability to provide a professional reference – Successful completion of the IDA Dyslexia 101 Test of Knowledge – Completion of the Dyslexia 101 Facilitator Training (Part II)

Program Cost: $75.00 total – $50.00 for the training – $25.00 for the IDA Test of Knowledge

Mailing List Benefits: Updates on training dates, requirements, application instructions, and other time-sensitive program details.

Sign up for the Summer 2026 Cohort Application Mailing List: https://forms.gle/GQns71KYiHvcGPq56

Summer 2026 Application materials will be distributed in late March/Early April 2026. Constituents who have previously applied but did not attend a session will need to reapply for the program in order to be considered for a new cohort.

National Dyslexia 101 Workshop Calendar

IDA is pleased to share our national calendar of upcoming Dyslexia 101 Workshops hosted by IDA-Certified Facilitators.

Updated monthly, this directory highlights workshops taking place across the country and internationally. The calendar allows you to view upcoming events in your area.

Workshops that are open to everyone will be marked “Open to the Public,” .  Otherwise, the Workshop it is being hosted for a closed or internal audience (such as a school, district, university, conference, or partner organization) and is listed on our calendar for general information, only.

We are proud to support our IDA-Certified Facilitators as they expand dyslexia awareness in communities nationwide and around the world.