What every parent needs to know before their child gets started.
You know or suspect your child has dyslexia and trying to find the right kind of support for your child can be hard. If you live outside of a big city then finding specialized tutoring for dyslexia may be impossible.
To receive 1-on-1 private tutoring from a specialist is by far the best use of your child’s time and your money. So how effective is dyslexia tutoring in an online space rather than in-person?
Tutoring online for dyslexics can be extremely effective. In fact, many children excel at a faster rate for a 3 reasons:
families love the convince of online tutoring which means far less missed sessions for the child
Children like to engage with technology making online tutoring feel fun and exciting
Lessons move at a faster rate without all the paper shuffling and distractions of an in-person setting
If tutoring online is your only option you can feel confident that your child can receive exceptional help that will produce lasting gains in their academic abilities.
However…
Not all online tutors are qualified to help. When deciding on a tutor to help your child with reading, writing, or spelling you need to be certain that the tutor has experience tutoring in an online setting.
You want to make sure that the tutor is using an Orton-Gillingham approach which is scientifically proven to be the best method for teaching dyslexics how to read and spell. Once you know the tutor is using an Orton-Gillingham approach, you will want to ensure that they are utilizing a platform that allows your child to manipulate and move letters around.
You want to make sure that the tutor is using an Orton-Gillingham approach which is scientifically proven to be the best method for teaching dyslexics how to read and spell.
Why is this so important?
For your dyslexic child to see gains in their literacy abilities, they need a multisensory approach. This is one of the main challenges of tutoring a dyslexic child in a virtual setting and some tutors just don’t have the knowledge or the platform to provide this.
A true Orton-Gillingham tutor will have your child engaging with the lessons through audio, visual, and tactile experiences which is essential to making lasting progress for a dyslexic child.
If you are searching for an online tutor for your child, don’t be afraid to ask for a simple demonstration of their platform. You will want to see how your child will be engaging with the material being taught.
Online tutoring is very effective for dyslexic children if the tutor is a qualified Orton-Gillingham tutor with experience teaching in an online setting and has the right platform to engage your child in a multisensory experience.
If you don’t have access to a tutor who specializes in dyslexia, follow these tips to find your child the perfect fit online. Specialized Orton-Gillingham instruction is by far the best method for teaching your dyslexic child to read, write, and spell. Choose an online specialist over an in-person generic tutor. You will be amazed at how much growth your child can achieve!
At Brightest Owl, we transform children with dyslexia through specialized 1-on-1 online tutoring which dramatically improves their ability to read, write, and spell. Book a Free Consultation to find out if we are a good fit for your child.If our dyslexic tutors can't help your child read, we'll guide you to the next step.
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