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Press RoomFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Engaging Phonics Instruction for Struggling Readers—Now Goes NetworkableBoth Simon S.I.O.™ Stages 1 and 2 and the network version incorporate individualized instruction that builds decoding, word mastery and comprehension skills for students with phonological deficits, the skills that are the very foundation of fluent reading.
October 1, 2004—Volo, Illinois—
Don Johnston Incorporated of Volo, Illinois announces to educators that the 2002 solution for researched-based, multi-level phonics instruction, Simon S.I.O., is now available in a network version. Both Simon S.I.O.™ Stages 1 & 2 and the networkable version incorporate individualized instruction that builds decoding, word mastery and comprehension skills for students with phonological deficits, the skills that are the very foundation of fluent reading. Included are 33 levels of instruction with eight activities at each level. The varying activities help students apply their learning through practice. These activities address diverse learning styles as well as target distinct skills by altering the approach. Comprehension strategies are integrated throughout. Students are prompted to make meaning as they read and predict what the accompanying graphics will look like. As a result, they understand that reading is more than just saying words. Simon, the tutor, offers encouragement, help and corrective feedback. Students self assess at each level and they are periodically given accuracy and speed awards. Lesson plans, off computer and extension activities help teachers integrate skills into the curriculum, and provide options for further practice both in the classroom and at home. Detailed progress reports, which include student recorded reading samples, help teachers assess progress and problematic areas. Data can be displayed electronically or printed to include in student portfolios. For students who need to use a switch, Simon S.I.O. provides seamless accessibility built-in to every activity at every level.
Call Customer Success to Order Your Copy Today. About Don Johnston IncorporatedDon Johnston Incorporated is the leader in learning intervention resources. Since 1980, they have been helping educators expect more from struggling students and students with physical disabilities. They provide a full array of critical intervention products for all components of balanced literacy instruction: reading intervention solutions that build reading skills, award-winning writing intervention software that offers unparalleled writing support and unique word-study products that teach spelling and phonics skills. Don Johnston Incorporated brings tremendous expertise in the development of their products. Their employees are former regular education teachers, special education teachers, speech and language professionals, Occupational therapists and parents of students with disabilities. Don Johnston himself, who as a young student, struggled because of significant learning disabilities, inspires the company's vision. Photos accompanying this Press Release are the property of Don Johnston Incorporated and may only be used and/or published as accompanying photos with the information found in this release or with specific written approval from Don Johnston or members of his marketing staff. Don Johnston Incorporated | |