NeuroTree Reveals How Hidden Visual Skills Can Affect Learning in Children
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 March 2024 - Recent research showcased in Frontiers in Education unveils a previously overlooked influence on reading development: the crucial role of eye movements.
This study disrupts conventional models of reading proficiency, which have traditionally omitted considerations for eye tracking, accentuating the potential of eye movement patterns not only to signal a child's reading prowess but also to forecast potential challenges in reading.
Performing eye tracking speed and accuracy at NeuroTree
In a distinct investigation featured in Nature, the effectiveness of eye-tracking training took center stage, aiming to amplify learning and memory among primary school students contending with learning difficulties inclusive of autism and ADHD. The findings highlighted substantial improvements in memory retention and learning speed among the group that underwent supplementary eye-tracking training.
It is generally assumed that having healthy eyes equates to efficient eye-tracking skills. However, NeuroTree, a developmental practice, recognizes the intricate connection between vision and learning. Going beyond traditional eyesight tests, it provides detailed visual processing assessments ranging from 80 to 150 minutes. Unknown to most parents and teachers, weaknesses in visual processing skills, such as eye tracking, eye teaming, letter reversals, and visual perceptual skills, can cause a child to struggle with learning and exhibit signs of carelessness, affecting an early learner’s success or struggle in their educational pursuits
For tasks such as copying from the board, reading, and comprehension, a child needs to develop fast and accurate eye-tracking ability. Apart from this, they would also need to have strong eye teaming/eye convergence in order for their eyes to point at the same point for binocular vision to perform near visual tasks comfortably for prolonged periods.
Developmental optometrist at NeuroTree, Andy Teo, explains, "Visual motor skills like eye tracking and eye teaming are the unsung learning heroes. They are a part of our visual system that enables our eyes to move accurately from word to word in a book, scanning the board during a copying task, and have our eyes point together precisely at the same point during reading. When these visual motor skills are weak, it leads to skipping words or line errors during reading, causing poor comprehension or eyestrain and double vision if the eyes do not point at the same point. These could cause a child to appear 'careless' and seemingly have weak learning efficiency. Most of us have healthy eyes, but the performance of our visual skills can vary, akin to having healthy legs but different running speeds."
Educational psychologist Eulisia Er emphasizes the psychological impact of undetected visual challenges on a child's self-esteem and learning experience. "When a child consistently struggles to absorb information due to weak eye tracking, it can lead to difficulties in learning and reading, not necessarily indicative of reading disorders like Dyslexia. This cycle of frustration and perceived carelessness will impact a child’s confidence in learning. Addressing these skills is crucial for building confidence and fostering a positive learning environment."
Having been a reading intervention teacher for 18 years, senior educational therapist Wei Teng notices the subtle signs of visual challenges in some of her former students. "Children with these difficulties may avoid reading tasks or exhibit frustration during assignments. It's essential for educators to be aware of these signs and collaborate with parents to address the possible weak visual motor development."
In summary, weak visual processing skills can cause a child to exhibit carelessness or poor motivation in learning. It takes a collaborative effort from professionals and parents to unveil these challenges, ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive academically.
To find out more about NeuroTree, visit their website here.
A strategic corporate collaboration combining SHARP's technology capabilities and ALPRO Pharmacy's healthcare expertise to strengthen health awareness and encourage healthier choices across everyda...
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 November 2026 – AutoSwift, the Australian developer of automotive artificial intelligence platform AI WINGMAN by AutoSwift ("AI WINGMAN"), has sec...
Recognition under the U.S. Green Building Council's rating system confirms the 22-residence tower is on track for full certification on completion BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 ...
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 November 2026 - KELE, the Singapore heritage brand known for its famed pineapple tarts, has partnered with Japan Airlines (JAL) to introduce authentic Sing...
Donates 500 Meal Boxes to Support Underprivileged Elderly and People in NeedHONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 November 2026 – DYXnet, a wholly owned subsidiary of VNET Group (Nasdaq: VN...
HONG KONG SAR, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 November 2026 – The 2026/27 Hong Kong Windsurfing Circuit – iQFOiL Championships organised by the Windsurfing Association of Hong Kong, China, c...
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 November 2026 – Residential fires in Singapore remain a pressing concern for homeowners. Recent data shows that total fires increased 3% year-on-year, ri...
VIENTIANE, LAOS- Media OutReach Newswire - 10 November 2026 - Green SM has entered into Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with 10 strategic partners in Laos, spanning the banking and finance...
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 November 2026 – CG Capital Advisory Co., Ltd. (CG CAPITAL), a member of the Central Group, Thailand's largest retail and property development ...
Shama invites travellers to seek blessings, explore historic neighbourhoods, savour local flavours and spend time doing what they loveBANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 November 2026...
Every year, millions of Australians receive their car insurance renewal and promise themselves they’ll look at it properly later. Then life gets in ...
Research finds email filing, searching and rework consuming an estimated 58 minutes a day and potentially exposing organisations to millionsAustralian...
For Customer Service Week, 5-9 October, Thryv is urging small businesses to look beyond generating enquiries and examine what happens after a custome...
In July 2026, Group 2 entities, the second cohort of Australian businesses, began their first reporting period under the mandatory climate disclosur...
The Federal Government’s decision to permanently legislate the $20,000 instant asset write-off will give eligible small businesses greater certainty...
