Bridging the Literacy Gap: A Multisensory Approach to Effective Intervention
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This systematic literature review and meta-analysis illuminate the transformative potential of multisensory literacy instruction within the domain of literacy education. Drawing from a diverse body of research, our analysis revealed four pivotal themes. First, multisensory literacy instruction significantly enhances reading skills, as evidenced by a substantial effect size. This underscores the power of multisensory methods in improving reading proficiency and their potential to bridge the literacy gap. Second, these approaches substantially improve spelling abilities, emphasizing their versatility in addressing a common area of difficulty among learners. Third, multisensory instruction fosters enhanced phonological awareness, laying a robust foundation for successful reading acquisition. Lastly, the effectiveness of multisensory methods varies across learner profiles and contexts, extending benefits to individuals with dyslexia, typical learners, and diverse student populations. Collectively, these findings endorse multisensory instruction as a transformative pedagogical approach, enhancing core literacy skills and aligning with inclusive education principles. The adoption of multisensory methods in educational settings has the potential to advance literacy development, providing equitable learning opportunities for learners of diverse backgrounds and abilities. As we move forward, multisensory instruction emerges as a promising avenue for bridging the literacy gap and nurturing essential literacy skills for lifelong learning and academic success.
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