Frequently asked questions by Students

1. Where are the articles on Special Needs: Dyslexia, ADHD, ESL and Low Vision?

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 01:59:56 -0400

Many of the articles on specific special needs can be found in the navigation menu at the top of the page. Other articles are found by clicking on our section called “Articles” in the navigation menu. For an overview of our Help for Special Needs and Physical Challenges click on Special Needs in the navigation menu.

2. How Do You Consult Long Distance 1 to 1?

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 01:58:30 -0400

The client uses the Proportional Reading Software Program on a computer, somewhere far away or even in the same town. As he or she works on the computer, the consultant is watching the same text on his screen miles away. Both the student and the consultant talk on the telephone, as the student works. They could be Skyping, continents apart. At any event the consultant sees exactly which phrase the student is working on and provides help as needed in the form of clues. Just enough help so the student feels he or she has had a major part in getting the phrase read correctly. The speakers connected to the computer sound out the text when the student is ready and gives the signal to the computer. The consultant can hear this reading at his end.

This is just like two people were sitting side by side, but they may have never seen a picture of the other. No money has to be spent on day care, transportation or travel/lodging. Just these savings alone amount to far more than the sessions cost.

The consultant usually works with the client once or twice a week, as needed. Sessions work out usually to be 40 minutes for children and an hour for adults.

3. How do I start the free Course for average readers?

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 01:57:27 -0400

4. If I want to study a specific skill, where do I begin the Course?

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 01:56:54 -0400

Click on this link: Where Do I Begin The Course. This link is also found in the Navigation Menu at the top of most pages.

5. What are the goals of this program and what is the order of steps towards completion?

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 01:55:09 -0400