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Visualization and Verbalization

Updated: Jul 11, 2023

What is Visualizing and Verbalizing (V/V)?

Visualizing and Verbalizing (V/V) is a research-based reading comprehension program designed to empower students of all ages. Our program focuses on developing the sensory-cognitive skill of concept imagery, enabling students to create vivid mental representations and seamlessly integrate them with language.

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How does Visualizing and Verbalizing (V/V) Work?

Through a series of structured activities and exercises, students get to enhance their ability to visualize and verbalize information, ultimately boosting their reading comprehension skills and overall academic success.


Children reading story books together at our programme at Total Communication

We understand the crucial role of concept imagery in language comprehension and higher-order thinking. That's why our program focuses on developing the sensory-cognitive skill of concept imagery, enabling students to create vivid mental representations and seamlessly integrate them with language.


Key Features of Visualizing and Verbalizing (V/V):

  1. Concept Imagery Development: Our program targets the core skill of concept imagery, fostering the creation of mental representations that enhance comprehension.

  2. Language Integration: We emphasize the seamless integration of visual imagery with verbal expression, enhancing both receptive and expressive language skills.

  3. Multi-Age Applicability: Whether your child is in elementary school, high school, or even adulthood, our program is designed to cater to learners of all ages.

  4. Research-Based Approach: Our program is grounded in extensive research and evidence-based practices, ensuring effective and impactful results.

  5. Individualized Instruction: We recognize that every student is unique, and our program offers personalized instruction tailored to each learner's specific needs and abilities.

When and Where to get Visualizing and Verbalizing (V/V)?

We, at Total Communication, offer Visualizing and Verbalizing (V/V) sessions during the Summer Holiday Program. Our sessions can be conducted both individually and in groups, providing flexibility to suit your child's preferences and schedule.

With individual sessions, your child receives a dedicated therapist to improve his comprehension and visualizing skills, thereby benefiting his language both in and outside of school.

With group sessions, your child has the opportunity to interact with peers his age to not only build upon one another’s ideas with a therapist facilitating the session but also develop his social communication skills.


Why Choose V/V?
Child succeeding and walking proudly in school with the help of Total Communication.

With Visualizing and Verbalizing (V/V), students develop the tools they need to comprehend complex texts, think critically, and communicate effectively. Our goal is to empower students to become confident and independent learners, equipped with the skills necessary for success in academia and beyond.


Take the Next Step!

Explore the power of Visualizing and Verbalizing (V/V) and unlock the potential of your child's reading comprehension abilities. Join our Summer Holiday Program today and give your child the gift of enhanced comprehension and language skills.

Contact us now to learn more and secure your child's spot in the program.

Don't miss out on this opportunity for academic excellence!

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