Navigating Dyslexia in English Language Learners

When: Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 9:55-11:10
Where: Room AC001, Deree – The American College of Greece

Speaker: 
Ioanna D. Leventi, EFL/ESL educator (18+ years), MA in Language Disorders, specializing in Specific Learning Differences and dyslexia support in language classrooms.

Organized by
MA TESOL Program, English department, Deree – The American College of Greece

About the event

Teaching reading to English language learners with dyslexia requires specialized, explicit instruction. In this talk, we will outline effective reading interventions derived from evidence- based approaches for both ENL and ESL/EFL readers. We will examine Structured Literacy frameworks that utilize multi-sensory methods – engaging visual, auditory, and kinesthetic pathways – to improve decoding and word recognition. Furthermore, the session will review adaptations of Orton Gillingham based approaches designed to build foundational literacy skills and boost confidence in struggling readers.

About the speaker

Ioanna D. Leventi is an EFL/ESL Teacher with an MA in Language Disorders and over 18 years of experience. Her specialized expertise is in designing and supervising programs for students with Specific Learning Differences (Dyslexia, SLI). She designed, implemented, and supervised “The Learning Support Program” in the language schools she worked at for students with learning difficulties and still provides specialized tutoring for children and adults with Specific Learning Differences (SLDs). In her role as Director of Studies, she has directed academic operations for levels B1 through C2, managed academic progression, and conducted teacher training to enhance instructional quality.

Join us to gain powerful instructional techniques, deepen your understanding of dyslexia, and leave inspired to make your classroom more accessible for every learner.

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