Explore how Orton-Gillingham instructions, delivered through virtual tutoring, offer multisensory, structured and personalized support for students with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, and other learning challenges.
Orton-Gillingham Instructions: A Proven Method for Supporting Struggling Learners
Orton-Gillingham instructions are a powerful, evidence-based approach that helps students with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and other learning challenges thrive—especially when paired with virtual tutoring. This structured, multisensory method teaches reading and language skills in a way that is clear, consistent, and tailored to each student’s unique learning needs.
Key Features of the Orton-Gillingham Approach
- Multisensory
OG engages visual, auditory, and kinesthetic-tactile pathways to enhance memory and learning. This means students don’t just hear a sound—they see it, say it, write it, and manipulate it. This multisensory approach helps reinfore connections in the brain and supports long-term retention. - Structured, Sequential, and Cumulative
OG lessons follow a logical order, starting with the most basic concepts (like letter sounds) and gradually progressing to more complex skills (like syllable types or spelling rules). Each lesson builds on what was previously learned, ensuring no gaps in instruction. Explicit and Direct Instruction
Every concept is taught clearly and directly, not assumed or left for the student to discover on their own. Students are guided step-by-step, making the learning process predictable and manageable.Diagnostic and Prescriptive
OG is a personalized approach—the tutor or teacher continuously assesses the student’s needs and adjusts instruction accordingly. This ensures that every child receives the right pace and level of support.
Who Benefits from Orton-Gillingham?
While originally designed for individuals with dyslexia, Orton-Gillingham is highly beneficial for:
- Children with dysgraphia (writing difficulties)
- Students with ADHD or executive functioning challenges
- Struggling readers who haven’t responded to traditional instruction
- Homeschool students who need individualized support
In fact, the Science of Reading movement strongly supports structured literacy approaches like Orton-Gillingham for all emerging readers—not just those with Dyslexia.
Why Orton-Gillingham Works: The Science Behind It
The Orton-Gillingham approach aligns with decades of brain research and is consistent with how the brain learns to read. It supports the development of phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension—the core components of reading success.
According to the International Dyslexia Association, OG is one of the most effective interventions for students with dyslexia because it targets their unique learning style and helps them build the foundational skills needed to become independent readers.
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At 3D Learning Experts, we specialize in virtual tutoring using the Orton-Gillingham approach to support students with dyslexia, ADHD, dysgraphia, and other learning challenges. Our personalized, evidence-based instruction empowers students to build confidence, improve reading skills, and succeed in school and beyond.
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