EDG 723: Module 1 Module 1: Introduction to Learning Disabilities

Hi and welcome to the first module on learning disabilities. Consider this: Twenty percent of students have learning and thinking differences—that’s 1 in 5 students in classrooms. So for many of the students who learn and think differently, instructional strategies deliberately tailored toward their needs are necessary. This module will define learning disabilities, and their history and discuss the many signs and characteristics that often accompany these learning difficulties. So if you're ready, let's get started...

Readings

Objectives

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Describe learning disabilities;
Describe characteristics of learning disabilities;
List various learning disabilities; and

Lecture

Learning Disability (LD) is a disorder in psychological processes involved in understanding or using language which may be manifested in problems with listening, thinking, speaking, reading, writing, spelling, or doing mathematical calculations. Each one of the underlined areas has its own label for the type of LD. LDs do NOT include disorders associated with hearing, vision, motor problems, Intellectual disabilities, Developmental delays, or Emotional Behavioral Disorders.

Supplementary video.

My Learning Disability: A Love Story | Chandni Kazi | TEDxBerkeley

Assignments

Module 1 assignments are provided below:

Discussion 1: Describe learning disabilities

Activity

Quizlet

Myth vs. Reality about Learning Disabilities

In the next section, you will be reading and discussing chapter 1 (pages 1 - 3) of Learning About Learning Disabilities by Butler and colleagues.