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DIBELS Learning Hub

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

Resource Library

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

This video provides additional practice for those who are just starting to administer DIBELS, as well as those who are looking for a refresher in how to administer DIBELS.

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.

This video provides additional practice for those who are just starting to administer DIBELS, as well as those who are looking for a refresher in how to administer DIBELS.

FAQs

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

I can't find the student materials for PSF?

The Kindergarten and 1st grade benchmark booklets include PSF scoring sheets. There are no student materials for PSF since it's an auditory measure.

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/

Can DIBELS be used with students in special education?

Yes, DIBELS can be used with special education students. DIBELS is designed to be administered to all students who are learning to read in English and who are physically capable of taking the tests. You would generally only exclude students who are deaf, who stutter, who are completely nonverbal, or who have severe phonological difficulties.
During the benchmark screening of all students, students receiving special education should be administered grade-level materials. When progress monitoring you can use materials at the students' instructional-level if the grade-level materials are too difficult to show response to instruction.

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)