Learning Disability - academic underachievement
Impaired spelling and arithmetic in Standard 3 boy with Learning Disorder Learning Disorder (LD) is characterised by impaired acquisition of academic skills. This impairment in scholastic skills is not due to intellectual disability, physical disorders, emotional disturbances, or environmental, cultural, or economic disadvantage. There is a gap between ability and application. The child may know what is asked, is able to explain it verbally, but is unable to put it down in writing. Learning Disorder could affect any of the three scholastic Rs – R eading, w R iting or a R ithmetic. Types of Learning Disability Dyslexia – is the commonest learning disability (80%). It is marked by impairment of the ability to recognize and understand written words. Dyscalculia – problems with doing math, understanding time, using money. Dysgraphia – problems with handwriting, spelling. Dyspraxia – problems with hand-eye coordination and balance, difficulties with fine motor skill...