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Praxis II Special Ed

Category - Learners

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Third grade student Stephanie is identified with LD. Her teacher reports that she often fails to follow directions or may turn in incomplete work. Writing assignments are especially challenging. What might be the cause of these challenges?
  1. Stephanie is probably lazy and unfocused.
  2. Many children with LD have deficits in expressive language, which impacts their ability to give or receive instructions, or to express themselves through the written word.
  3. The work may be too easy for Stephanie and she may be bored.
  4. The teacher may be too lax in her discipline.
Explanation
Answer: B-Stephanie’s challenges are probably due to the fact that many children with LD have deficits in expressive language, which impacts their ability to give or receive instructions, or to express themselves through the written word. Children with LD would generally prefer to complete tasks on time and as requested, but they may need visuals or an alternative teaching method.
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