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Literacy items on the Praxis 5331 test whether you understand the SLP's role in reading and writing. ASHA has explicitly stated that literacy is within SLP scope, and ETS reflects this. Expect scenarios about dyslexia, decoding vs comprehension, the Simple View of Reading, and structured literacy approaches.
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Q1.A 4th-grader decodes fluently but comprehends poorly. According to the Simple View of Reading, the SLP should focus on:
Correct: B. The Simple View splits reading into decoding × language comprehension. Adequate decoding + poor comprehension points to the language side, which is the SLP's primary strength.
Q2.Which best describes dyslexia?
Correct: B. Dyslexia is a specific decoding disorder tied to phonological processing weaknesses. The 'letters backwards' myth is outdated. Diagnosis requires adequate instruction and cognition.
Q3.A kindergartener cannot rhyme, segment syllables, or blend onsets and rimes. This is a red flag for later:
Correct: B. Phonological awareness is the strongest predictor of later decoding. Deficits in kindergarten predict reading difficulty and warrant early intervention.
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Are SLPs allowed to treat reading?
Yes — ASHA scope explicitly includes reading and writing. SLPs commonly address phonological awareness, language comprehension, and written expression.
Is dyslexia the same as a language disorder?
They frequently co-occur but are not the same. Dyslexia is a decoding disorder; language disorder affects broader language skills. Always assess both.
What is structured literacy?
Explicit, systematic, cumulative phonics instruction (e.g., Orton-Gillingham approaches) supported by strong evidence for dyslexia.