- NASET Webinar Featuring: Dr. Nadine Gaab -
The Pediatric Brain, Learning Disabilities, and Screening Tools for Literacy Milestones and Dyslexia
A Conversation with Dr. Nadine Gaab, Professor at the Harvard Graduate School of Education
Join Us Wednesday, January 7th @ 7PM EST
Meet Dr. Nadine Gaab:
Dr. Nadine Gaab is a Professor of Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and Principal Investigator at the Gaab Lab. Her work sits at the intersection of developmental psychology, neuroscience, and educational policy, focusing on language and literacy development from infancy to adolescence. Through longitudinal behavioral and neuroimaging studies at her lab, she investigates the complex factors shaping learning trajectories, emphasizing early identification and "preventative education" for children with learning disabilities.
A dedicated advocate for translating research into practice, Dr. Gaab co-founded EarlyBird Education, a gamified platform for early dyslexia screening, and played a key role in the passage of the Massachusetts dyslexia screening legislation. Her contributions have been recognized with the 2024 IMBES Translation Award, the 2023 World Literacy Foundation Award, and multiple honors from the International Dyslexia Association. She currently serves as an associate editor for the Journal of Learning Disabilities and Scientific Studies of Reading.
Why Attend?
When neuroscience, education, and policy intersect, the potential to change a student’s trajectory is profound. This webinar, featuring Dr. Nadine Gaab of the Harvard Graduate School of Education and the Gaab Lab, takes a deep, evidence-based look at the developing brain and the shift from a "wait-to-fail" model to one of proactive, preventative education.
As the Principal Investigator of the Gaab Lab, Dr. Gaab brings years of longitudinal neuroimaging data to the table, helping educators understand not just how students struggle, but why—and more importantly, how to identify risk factors before a child falls behind.
In this session, participants will:
-
Explore the Neuroscience: Gain a clear understanding of typical and atypical brain development in literacy, moving beyond behavior to understand the neurological underpinnings of reading disabilities.
-
Identify Early Pre-Markers: Learn to recognize the specific behavioral and cognitive "red flags" for dyslexia and other language-based learning disabilities in early childhood.
-
Evaluate Screening Tools: Discover the latest evidence-based screening tools designed to identify literacy milestones and risks early, including insights into the development of platforms like EarlyBird Education.
-
Bridge Research to Practice: Understand how to translate complex lab findings into practical classroom strategies that support a "preventative education" framework.
-
Advocate for Change: Leave with the knowledge needed to advocate for better screening policies and early intervention strategies within your district or school.
This is an essential session for special education teachers, administrators, school psychologists, and related service providers seeking to deepen their understanding of the science of reading and ensure that intervention starts the moment a need is identified.
The Details...
Will this session be recorded? Yes. All registrants will have access to the replay.
Is this included with membership? Yes! NASET members attend all webinars for free. Simply click here to register in the "Monthly Webinars" section in the community.
What if I want to attend AND become a member? Smart move. Why pay $85 for one webinar when you can become a full NASET member, get 1000s of resources, AND free access to ALL webinars for just $75?
(Scroll down to join now and get automatically registered for the webinar)
REGISTER NOW
Join NASET Now!
And get FREE access to ALL webinars!
👋 Already a member? You have free access! Check the "Monthly Webinars" section in the community.
Want ALL Our Webinars?
This webinar is just the beginning. Becoming a NASET Member unlocks: thousands of resources, discounted in-demand certifications, free courses, publications, and expanded community access.
Become a member and get all our webinars for free!