CT HB05372

Removes reference to "evidence-based" from dyslexia instruction requirements and adds a definition of "structured literacy" as systematic, explicit instruction in language components including phonology, orthography, syntax, morphology, and semantics.

Requires teacher preparation programs leading to professional certification to include at least 12 clock hours of instruction in detection, recognition, and structured literacy interventions for students with dyslexia, effective July 1, 2015.

Establishes the Dyslexia Instruction Standards and Accountability Council within the Office of Higher Education, consisting of state education officials, higher education representatives, certified teachers, parents of students with dyslexia, and dyslexia experts.

Directs the council to provide recommendations on structured literacy instruction standards, accountability models, teaching credentials, compliance review processes, and assistance programs for institutions needing to improve their dyslexia instruction.

Requires the council to submit annual recommendations to the Office of Higher Education, Board of Regents, State Board of Education, and relevant legislative committee beginning January 1, 2019.