A New 2026 Dyslexia Definition from OGA

The Orton-Gillingham Academy (OGA) has just released an updated definition of dyslexia which may be beneficial for speech-language pathologists, classroom teachers, interventionists, and administrators. 

The single-page definition, with an embedded summary at the top can be downloaded from OGA here or you can find it in the PEARS Resources section under Dyslexia.

Let us know what you think about the new OGA definition! Please submit any comments or questions you have below as a way to start a discussion, share ideas, and learn from one another. Please scroll all the way down to see the comment box.

We look forward to reading your comments below.

-- Jane, Dae, and the PEARS Team