Istation's Indicators of Progress for Dyslexia Screening

This document is a technical report detailing Istation’s Indicators of Progress (ISIP™) Reading and Rapid Automatized Naming (RAN) as effective screening measures for identifying students at risk for dyslexia and other reading difficulties. The report outlines the significance of early identification in elementary school, emphasizing that timely intervention can lead to better outcomes for students. It describes the components of the ISIP Reading assessment, which includes various subtests designed to evaluate skills linked to dyslexia risk, such as phonemic awareness and reading comprehension. Additionally, it discusses the implementation of ISIP in classrooms across several states and its approval as a dyslexia screener. The report also presents findings from research that supports the validity of ISIP scores in identifying at-risk students and the adjustments made to the assessment to enhance its effectiveness. The report concludes with a discussion on the importance of early screening and the implications for educational practices.