DISLEXIA

Barreiras e Desafios enfrentados por professores da Educação Básica

Abstract

This study addresses the process of assessment and identification in cases of dyslexia, its barriers, and the challenges faced by teachers working with children in the literacy phase, as well as the growing number of children who present difficulties in reading and writing. This research was carried out with teachers from the state public school system in Belém (Icoaraci and Ilha de Caratateua districts, Pará) to investigate the teachers' role in the diagnosis of dyslexia, the barriers they encounter, and the challenges they face, considering that children usually show the first signs of learning difficulties at school. In the study, teachers expressed the difficulties they face due to the lack of training in the area and the absence of support from the competent authorities. Based on the data obtained, this study aims to alert authorities, families, and teachers to their responsibility regarding children’s teaching and learning, especially those with learning difficulties.