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Browse our training materials, implementation guidance, frequently asked questions, and find a certified trainer near you.

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Explore free DIBELS® 8th Edition resources, instructional guides, training videos, and research-based tools designed to support literacy assessment and student reading success.

DIBELS 8th Edition

Terminology Representing Years of Schooling on the Australasian Version of DIBELS 8th Edition

DIBELS 8th Edition

This white paper summarizes changes to DIBELS measures and provides evidence to support the use of early screening tools such as DIBELS to screen for dyslexia and help educators intervene before significant reading difficulties materialize, thus reducing the number of students characterized with learning disabilities.

Beyond K–2: Data for the Upper Elementary and Middle School Grades

Building literacy doesn't stop on the last day of second grade. So how can we ensure students continue building on their literacy in the critical upper elementary and middle grades? The answer is data. Watch this video on how to use that data to help students achieve their potential and continue their journey with the Science of Reading.

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FAQs

Find answers to common questions about DIBELS® 8th Edition, including assessment administration, scoring, benchmark goals, training, and literacy support resources.

If a student repeatedly reads a word incorrectly during ORF, is it marked wrong every time?

Yes, when scoring ORF you are counting the words read correctly. If a student does not read a word correctly, they do not get credit for it.

How do I get trained to administer DIBELS?

We no longer provide training directly from the University of Oregon.

On our Resources page, you'll find a list of certified trainers who can offer professional development, both in person and virtual. https://dibels.uoregon.edu/resources

Amplify Education has Online Professional Development courses that are relatively reasonably priced: https://dibels.amplify.com/training/

How do I explain DIBELS scores to parents and families?

Checkout our DIBELS Tips for Families and our Parent Guide to DIBELS Assessment which can be found on our Resources page https://dibels.uoregon.edu/resources

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Certified D8 Systems Trainers

This list does not constitute an endorsement of any of the trainers. Our list is made available solely as a convenience and service to the public.

Amplify

Contact Information: Amplify Website

Online professional development courses and trainer certification.

Lexie Domaradzki

Contact Information: lexiedom@gmail.com

Located in: Port Angeles, WA  (willing to travel)

David Fainstein

Contact Information: dwfainstein@gmail.com

Located in: Vancouver, BC (willing to travel)

Ronda Fritz, Ph.D.

Contact Information: rondafritzconsulting@gmail.com

Located in: North Powder, OR (will travel)

Dave Furjanic, Ph.D., NCSP

Contact Information: dfurjanic@gmail.com

Located in: Austin, TX (willing to travel)

John Gallo, Ph.D.

Contact Information: gallo@gonzaga.edu

Located in: Spokane, WA (will travel regionally)

HILL for Literacy

Contact Information: HILL Website

Professional development and informational webinars.

Gail E. Lovette, Ph.D.

Contact Information: gel2fe@virginia.edu

Located in: Charlottesville, Virginia (will travel)

Julianne S. Masser, Ph.D.

Contact Information: juliannemasser@gmail.com

Located in: Boise, ID (2021-2022); Hanover, NH (2022-2027); (willing to travel)

Sarah McDonagh, Ph.D.

Contact Information: sarah@sarahmcdonaghliteracy.com

Located in: New South Wales, Australia (in person, virtual, willing to travel)

Nancy J. Nelson, PhD, NCSP

Contact Information: njnelson@bu.edu 

Located in: Oregon, Massachusetts

Kaitlyn Roy

Contact Information: kaitlynmroy@gmail.com

Located in: Durango, CO (travel negotiable)

Shelby Skaanes

Contact Information: sjsedconsulting@comcast.net

Located in: Tacoma, Washington (will travel)

Marissa Suhr, Ph.D.

Contact Information: Marissa.l.pilger@gmail.com

Located in: Portland, Oregon (will travel)