Sensory Functioning Usually normal. No significant health characteristics for this group but consider developmental factors in cultural context. May have a history of risk infancy, ear infections or hearing problems, sleep or eating disturbances, incontinence, and family incidence of learning problems. May have seizures or other health-related conditions that impact learning. Although there may be apparent problems, cognitive abilities are usually normal.
Students usually score better on nonverbal sections of cognitive tests.
Academic Functioning Normal language learning potential. Apparent problems due to culturally determined learning style, different perceptual strategies, or lack of schooling in home country. Depending on the disability or disabilities, academic deficiencies may vary from difficulties in specific skills to pervasive academic difficulties across all skill levels. The Larry P. Task Force Report. All Rights Reserved.