Effective use of Dibels (R) assessment data
Unpack how Dibels can be used as an effective universal screener for identifying risk across in reading
Identify steps to follow in interpreting Dibels data to inform action
Understand how Dibels data can be used to set SMART targets for students with reading difficulties
Identify examples of effective targets for reading difficulties
Understand the process for monitoring targets
Be familiar with an example ORF decision making tree for knowing next steps for instruction and intervention using the Dibels data
Be familiar with an evidence-informed fluency intervention for students where this is their specific need
** This webinar will be recorded **
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Online - This session will be recorded and available after the event
SPEAKER
Julie Scali
Julie Scali is a nationally recognised literacy consultant, author, and founder of Literacy Impact™, with more than 25 years of experience in evidence-based literacy instruction, school improvement, and Response to Intervention (RTI/MTSS). In 2025, she received the Learning Difficulties Australia (LDA) Award for her outstanding contribution to improving outcomes for students with learning difficulties.
Julie has worked across Australia, the United Kingdom, and Northern Ireland as a classroom teacher, Deputy Principal, SENCO, Support Teacher (Learning Difficulties), curriculum leader, and system-level advisor. Through Literacy Impact™, she partners with schools and systems to implement sustainable, research-aligned literacy practices and has led large-scale literacy reform projects across 35 public schools in the Northern Territory.
She is the author of High Impact Reading Instruction and Intervention in the Primary Years and is widely respected for her expertise in structured literacy, writing development, data informed practice, learning difficulties. Julie is a passionate advocate for educational equity and is known for translating research into practical, high-impact teaching and leadership practices to ensure sustainable literacy excellence for all students.
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