Learning Disabilities

Learning disabilities can run in families

• True

• False

Which one would NOT considered to be an indicator of LD?

• Problems with math skills

• Poor coordination

• Limited English proficiency

• Difficulty remembering

LD is a neurobiological disorder

• False

• True

Dyscalculia is a LD associated with...

• Fine Motor skills

• Language skills

• Math skills

• Just something I made up

Which one is NOT a cause for LD?

• Heredity

• Problem at birth

• Head injury

• Lack of Exercise

Learning disabilities are lifelong challenges

• True

• False

An individual with dyslexia can have trouble with reading and spelling,while at the same time maybe good with math or some other skill set.

• True

• False

It's the first week of school, and after a few days little Laura's actions and behaviours have you concerned. What do you do to confirm your suspicions that she may have an LD?

• Call the parents

• See if she has an IEP and review it

• Differentiated your lessons

• Do nothing

You are Awesome!

• Yes!

• Absolutely!

• Definitely!

• I am Awesome!