A child with dyslexia has difficulty decoding because he or she uses inefficient neural pathways while reading. An Orton-Gillingham (OG) based Structured Literacy program creates and strengthens efficient pathways in the brain. Based on the science of reading, a Structured Literacy program is considered the most effective program for students with dyslexia. In my practice, I use the Structured Literacy program Sound in Syllables (SIS).
SIS includes the following literacy components
- Phonology
- Phonemic awareness
- Decoding and spelling
- Handwriting (cursive)
- Fluency
- Vocabulary (morphology, etymology)
- Comprehension
- Writing
As a therapist, I use differentiated instruction techniques that are:
- Explicit
- Direct
- Sequential
- Systematic
- Diagnostic
- Prescriptive
- Multisensory
- Phonics-based
- Cumulative
Research also shows that students with reading disabilities have difficulty with multisensory integration. Multisensory processing of sensory inputs is a fundamental rule of brain structure and function. We use information from all of our senses to facilitate attention, perception, and learning. This is even more critical for the student with learning disabilities. Move on Dyslexia Therapy uses multisensory methods to help students develop into more efficient readers.
Even the severely impacted child can benefit from SIS. Because the program is implemented on a therapy level, the therapist constantly diagnoses, assesses and changes to accommodate the learner and help him achieve success. There is no guessing or confusion. Everything the student is expected to read or spell has been taught in a previous session. This program builds confidence and takes the guess work out of reading and spelling.
Research has shown that therapy must take place consistently and with fidelity in order to be effective. The program requires 1 hour sessions a minimum of 3x a week. Please contact me for more information.
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