Terminology in education can be confusing for parents and professionals. Multisensory Structured Language Education (MSLE) describes the highly effective instructional approach used by ALTA-certified members. MSLE is intensive, teaches all components of the Structure...
Did you know that dyslexia affects 1 in 5 Americans? The good news is that early identification and intervention can reduce the percentage of children reading below basic in 4th grade by 33%. The Academic Language Therapy Association (ALTA) is a source of help,...
Setting goals is an important part of the learning process for all students. Goals provide a focus to a child’s studies. Working toward achieving those goals builds essential skills, such as problem-solving and accountability. Achieving a goal can boost a child’s...
How One District Is Preparing Educators with an Accredited Dyslexia Training Course Yes, it is possible to provide in-district Multisensory Structured Language Education/Orton Gillingham-based training to educational professionals in a large, suburban school...
Researchers estimate that 5-10% of people have dyslexia, thought to be the most common language-based learning disability. While children develop skills at their own individual rates, if you are concerned that your child is developing slower than others their age in...
Parenting, even under the most “ideal” conditions, can be challenging. When your child has difficulty with reading, writing, or other written language skills, it can be downright overwhelming. We all want to do the very best for our children, but sometimes, we don’t...
