Tzippy323- It sounds to me like you’re really familiar with the programs that you mentioned, but not at all familiar with the Arrowsmith program. If you were familiar you would know that there is nothing one-size-fits-all about it. As 1st timer says, “each child’s needs is assessed individually” so that child’s specific weaknesses are targeted. And then an individualized program is set up for that child and specifically at his/her level. It is also designed in a way that fosters success by making the exercises incremental. As soon as a the child attains one level, they begin to work on the next level of difficulty, and their progress is constantly being monitored.
Also, I think a better analogy of resource room methods would be to that of a crutch for an injured leg, while the Arrowsmith methodology would then be likened to physical therapy or rehabilitation so that the person need not always depend on the crutches. (For instance: one would teach the child mnemonic devices to help memorize, while the other actually improves the child’s memory)
I believe any parent who has a child with learning issues would be grateful to be informed about a different program which could potentially work to help their child. Especially, if you have already tried the tutors, resource room, etc. and you feel the frustration of knowing that it has fallen far short of your expectations.