The Effects of a Visual Perception Training Program on Reading Achievement

Abstract

This investigation attempted to determine the effects of visual perception training on beginning first grade reading achievement with children diagnosed as being deficient in visual perceptual skills and potential future reading problems. Further, the study sought to determine if such training would have a greater effect on the reading achievement of females than males, as well as of children at several levels of measured intelligence. Three groups were selected for the study. The experimental group received visual perception training while the control groups received traditional first grade instruction. The groups were compared through analysis of covariance on the Metropolitan Achievement Tests. The results showed no significant differences and suggest that visual perception training for all children must be seriously questioned.