The Monterey Learning Systems Reading and Mathematics Programs are highly individualized, effective educational approaches to improving the academic skills of visually impaired learners. In a five-month program of instruction, the average student's reading, decoding, and mathematical computational skills were significantly increased. The program included a diagnostic component and a strict element of accountability.
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