GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD
LEARNING DISABILITIES
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -a) Learning disabilities are heterogeneous conditions, but are defined by 3 core criteria: lower intellectual ability (usually defined as an IQ of less than 70), significant impairment of social or adaptive functioning and onset in childhood.
Detailed explanation-2: -If there is a significant discrepancy between a students IQ and a student’s achievement/academic testing scores, it indicates the presence of a learning disability. The area of the discrepancy indicates the area of the learning disability.
Detailed explanation-3: -Learning disabilities are traditionally diagnosed by conducting two tests and noticing a significant discrepancy between their scores. These tests are an intelligence (or IQ) test and a standardized achievement (reading, writing, arithmetic) test.
Detailed explanation-4: -The discrepancy model is what some schools use to determine if kids are eligible for special education services. The term “discrepancy” refers to a mismatch between a child’s intellectual ability and his progress in school. Some states now use other methods to determine who is eligible for services.