Why are learning disabilities sometimes referred to as “hidden” or “invisible” disabilities?
What is It is common for people to hide the fact that they have them
100
If you have a learning disability, the best way to deal with it is to
hide the fact from your instructors and classmates
100
Effective strategies for overcoming learning disabilities
must be adapted to each individual’s needs
100
It is recommended that when studying difficult material, students should take a short break about every
What is 45
100
Learning disabilities are caused by _____.
What is biological factors
200
Which method is recommended when reading a chapter in your textbook for the first time?
What is Read the entire chapter without stopping
200
Which statement best describes the spelling of English words?
Most words are pronounced the way they are spelled
200
If you want to develop a standard American accent, the best models are
What is movie stars
200
Which of the following statements is most likely to be true about individuals with learning dis-abilities?
They have difficulty achieving career success
300
Kelly, age 37, has a number of fears about returning to school. What would be her best course of action?
What is Realize she is silly to have fears at her age
300
It is recommended that when adults are making plans to return to school, they should
include family members in discussions about what they want to do
300
Which of the following statements is true about many adult students?
What is They have life experiences that support their classroom learning
300
The students most likely to learn to speak English well are the ones who
sit quietly and pay attention in class
300
Under what conditions are the separate sounds of English words commonly run together?
There is a consonant sound between them
400
Angie’s husband is not happy about her return to school. Which approach is likely to be most successful?
What is Point out how her education will benefit both him and their children
400
Teresa has four elementary-age children. Which of the following techniques is most likely to help her manage her studies and her children
What is after school activities and childcare
400
The most common reason that adult students sometimes find it difficult to adjust to the role of a student
What is being independent
400
Which of the following is the best way to improve your ability to speak English?
What is Learn new vocabulary words
400
Which statement is true about learning disabilities?
Most children grow out of them by the time they are teenagers
500
Creating a personal support group when you start school is generally considered to be
good idea if you have extra time
500
Sarah is a single mom who attends school in the morning and then works the evening shift in a restaurant. Which of the following is most likely to be her greatest challenge as a student?
What is Mastering advanced computer skills
500
What should you do when you make a mistake when you are speaking English?
See it as proof that you will never speak English well
500
Under what circumstances should individuals disclose their learning disabilities to a potential em-ployer?
If the disability will affect your job performance or If the disability is obvious and cannot be hidden
500
The best example of good self-advocacy is asking
your instructor for help when you don’t understand a reading assignment