Theories of Reading

Most French programs teach with a whole language method, others make a veiled attempt at teaching some basic phonics. The major problem is that your brain has not been taught the sounds that you are attempting to make. The theories of sound tell us that if we cannot identify a sound, we cannot replicate that sound. If you would like to study further on this topic, please see the work done by Dr. Alfred Tomatis (The Tomatis Method) or Ingo Steinbach (SAMONAS). (note: like many truths there are new-age groups that have latched onto these techniques, however they are sound scientific methods. We do not endorse new-age philosophies - read our statement of faith. Also, the links provided here can be very difficult to find - they are the official sites of the respective organizations. Many many look-alike domain names have been registered and point to commercial or other sites; be certain that you are on the site you think you are!)

In our effort to use all available technologies to further facilitate learning, we have used these scientific theories when mastering our audio. These techniques can only be done via CD (DVD) and cannot be replicated on casette tape or video. The variations and colors-of-sound that we experience can be presented in a way that accesses the listening areas of the brain, as opposed to simple hearing. Hearing simply lets in sound, whereas listening allows meaning and learning to kick in. The elements used were basics of overtones and their structure of frequency and amplitude (pitch and tone), the formant laws, and the structure of transients. The knowledge gathered while in the process of completeting my entry level training with SAMONAS has allowed me to bring you the best techniques in accessing your child(ren)'s brain in order to facilitate optimum learning.

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note: this is part 3 of 7. Have you read part 1?

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