Learning Disabilties

What are they?

Neurodevelopmental disorders that significantly have an impact on the ability to learn and use academic and other skills.

The result of Learning Disabilites

Academic underachievement

Difficulties in social interaction

Difficulties in reading, writing, mathematics, work habits and learning skills

Struggle with spoken language

Challenges with planning and time management

Anxiety

Support

Differentiated instruction

Accomodations

Adaptations

Strategies

Interventions

Model how to cope with challenges

Explore your student's passions and interests.

School team ( SERT,EA’S, IEPS)

Assessment

Information provided by the parents/student/educators

Educational history

Medical information

Educational assessments and/or other professional assessments

Needs

Technology solutions

Visual aids

Additional time when working on tasks

Positive reminders

Causes

Causes of learning disabilities are not known

Genetics and environmental factors can increase your child’s risk of developing learning disabilities.

NOT a cause of Learning Disabilities

Cultural differences

Lack of motivation or effort

Gaps in attendance

Strengths

Very creative/imaginative

Compassionate

Instinctive and insightful

Conscientious