Chapter 6 - Learners Who Are Gifted Flashcards
What is a learning disability?
A difficulty understanding or using spoken or written language, or numbers, that is NOT primarily the result of :
- visual, hearing or motor disabilities
- mental retardation
- emotional disorders
- environmental, cultural or economic disadvantage
Define dyslexia.
A learning disability that involves severe impairment in the ability to read and spell.
Define dysgraphia.
A learning disability that involves having difficulty in handwriting.
Define dyscalculia.
A learning disability that involves difficulties in math and computation.
Who typically initially identifies children with a possible learning disability?
The classroom teacher.
What are the main targets for learning disability intervention?
Improving decoding skills and reading ability.
What is necessary for an ADHD diagnosis? (2)
The characteristics must appear early in childhood, and they must be debilitating for the child.
What type of intervention/s is recommended for learners with ADHD?
A combination of academic, behavioural, and medical interventions.
What are the conditions required for a diagnosis of mental retardation? (3)
- Onset before age 18
- Low intelligence (typically <70 IQ)
- Difficulty adapting to everyday life
What are some determinants of mental retardation? (3)
- Genetic factors
- Brain damage
- Environmental hazards
Cerebral palsy is an example of what kind of physical disorder?
Ortopedic impairment.
Epilepsy is an example of what kind of physical disorder.
Seizure disorder.
Visual and hearing impairments are examples of what kind of disorder?
Sensory disorders.
What is the term used to refer to a disorder characterised by difficulty receiving, expressing or producing language?
Speech and language disorders.
Articulation disorders, voice disorders, and fluency disorders are examples of what?
Speech disorders.
