Nebraska Revised Statute 79-11,158

Chapter 79

79-11,158.

Teacher education program; include instruction in dyslexia.

On and after July 1, 2019, each teacher education program approved by the State Board of Education shall include as a part of their initial program course requirements instruction in dyslexia, including, but not limited to:

(1) Knowledge and best practice standards for teaching reading;

(2) Characteristics of dyslexia and the science of dyslexia; and

(3) Evidence-based structured literacy interventions, classroom accommodations, and assistive technology for individuals with dyslexia.