A Comparison of Orton-Gillingham to other methods of reading instruction
| Method | Language-based? | Multisensory? | Structured, Sequential, Cumulative? | Cognitive? | Flexible? | Designed for LD Students? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orton-Gillingham Method |
Always | Always | Always | Always | Always | Always |
| Other Orton-Gillingham based program (ie- Barton Reading system) | Always | can be - varies by program | usually | usually | usually not | Always |
| Phonics method, not based on Orton-Gillingham |
Always | can be | usually not | sometimes | No | No |
| Whole Language Method | No | can be | No | No | No | No |
| Language Experience Method | No | Always | No | No | Always | Always |
| Context Support Method | No | can be | No | No | Always | No |
Visit this site for descriptions of the different reading instruction methods. See the about Orton-Gillingham page for definitions of the categories above. Please note that individual classrooms and tutors vary widely in their implementation of these methods and individuals vary in their training and experience levels. Always do your research when deciding on a method of instruction for you or your child.