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DIBELS Learning Hub

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

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Certified D8 Systems Trainers

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.

DIBELS 8th Edition

Handout with information to help families understand DIBELS scores. This also includes resources with additional information about screening and partnering with the school for literacy success.

DIBELS 8th Edition

This timeline shows the administration periods for each of the DIBELS 8th Edition measures.

Scoring Practice – Nonsense Word Fluency (NWF)

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.

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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.

I'm getting an error when I print the measures.

Please try the following: 

  • Make sure that you have the most up-to-date version of Adobe Reader or Acrobat Make sure that your system is running the most up-to-date operating system. 
  • Make sure that your computer isn’t trying to open the zip folder in Internet Explorer (IE). It has issues with secured documents. 
  • Make sure you have downloaded the zip file and then unzip the file from your computer, not from the internet browser (this will be in a “downloads” folder on a Windows computer.)
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/

Do you have a tablet or online version of the DIBELS assessments?

If you are interested in a digital version of DIBELS, Amplify offers DIBELS 8th Edition through mCLASS. https://amplify.com/programs/mclass/.
You can connect with Amplify by visiting their support page: https://amplify.com/support/

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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)