Virgil Showlion
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Post by Virgil Showlion on Jul 3, 2015 15:28:31 GMT -5
No. By definition to have a learning disability you have to have at least average intelligence. The LD is identified because the output/achievment is NOT commensurate with ability. Ie they are not achieving academically as someone with average+ intelligence should. (we could argue if identifying a child in these circumstances as LD is an appropriate step... But that is the definition/terminology). Mentally disabled (mental retardation used clinically and not as an insult) is an iq less than low average. I would guess that he fit in to this category by your description. Gotcha. |
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Post by Blonde Granny on Jul 3, 2015 15:36:11 GMT -5
No. By definition to have a learning disability you have to have at least average intelligence. The LD is identified because the output/achievment is NOT commensurate with ability. Ie they are not achieving academically as someone with average+ intelligence should. (we could argue if identifying a child in these circumstances as LD is an appropriate step... But that is the definition/terminology). Mentally disabled (mental retardation used clinically and not as an insult) is an iq less than low average. I would guess that he fit in to this category by your description. Gotcha. Nice Virgil, exactly what is your point? |
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Virgil Showlion
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Post by Virgil Showlion on Jul 3, 2015 17:06:38 GMT -5
Nice Virgil, exactly what is your point? Meaning "Got it." in this case, not "Caught you."  |
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