| Ron Davis believes that dyslexia is a result
of an inherent mental gift or talent. People who develop dyslexia
think in pictures, rather than words; they are imaginative
and creative; and they try to solve problems by looking at
the whole picture, rather than working step by step. Davis Dyslexia Correction® relies on using the mental talents
that dyslexic people share to overcome the learning problems.
To do this, student must learn and follow a different approach
to learning.
When dyslexic students recognize their mental talents, they
develop a renewed sense of self-esteem and confidence. When
they start to employ study methods which capitalize on their
talents, progress is very rapid.
The Davis® method does not rely on
instruction based on phonics
Since dyslexic students think in pictures, they have difficulty
thinking with the sounds of words, and thus it is difficult
for them to try to read by breaking words down into component
sounds.
The Davis® method does not employ repetition or drill
Dyslexic students have a hard time remembering things that
they do not understand. Repetition and drill are a waste of
time for them, and only increases their frustration because
they will not retain information unless they understand where
it fits into the "big picture".
The Davis® method does not rely on
physical devices such as colored overlays or large print books
Dyslexia is a developmental problem, and is not a result
of problems with vision or hearing. While some physical devices
may seem to make reading or writing easier, the use of such
devices does not help the dyslexic student to function normally.
The Davis® method does not rely on medications
or herbal treatments
It is important for dyslexic students to take control of
their own learning. Since dyslexia is not a disease or psychiatric
ailment, medications are not appropriate, and will only hinder
the student's learning abilities.
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