10 Ways Teachers Can Help Learners from Disadvantaged Backgrounds in the Classroom
Disadvantaged learners are students who face barriers to learning due to factors such as poverty, low-income families, cultural diversity, learning difficulties, or disabilities. Supporting these learners is crucial for ensuring equity and quality in education, as well as for improving their academic and life outcomes. However, learners from disadvantaged backgrounds often face challenges such as low […]
5 Ways Teachers Can Help Learners with Intellectual Disabilities (ID) in their Class
Intellectual disabilities (ID) are a group of conditions that affect a person’s cognitive abilities, such as learning, reasoning, and problem-solving. People with ID may have difficulties with communication, social skills, and daily living skills. ID can be caused by genetic factors, environmental factors, or a combination of both. Inclusion and support are essential for all […]
7 Ways Teachers Can Empower Learners with Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD)
Specific learning disabilities (SLD) are a group of conditions that affect how a person learns specific skills, such as reading, writing, or math. SLD are caused by differences in the brain’s structure and function, and are not related to intelligence, motivation, or environment. Some common types of SLD are dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia. Dyslexia is […]
7 Ways Teachers Can Help Learners with ADHD in Their Classroom
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects how people think, act, and focus. It can make learning challenging for students, especially in a traditional classroom setting. Students with ADHD may struggle with attention, organization, impulse control, hyperactivity, and emotional regulation. As a teacher, you play a vital role in supporting learners with […]
10 Ways Teachers Can Help Learners with Low Cognitive Processing Speed in the Classroom
Cognitive processing speed is the rate at which we can perform mental tasks, such as processing information, recalling facts, solving problems, and making decisions. It affects how well we can learn, as it influences our attention, memory, comprehension, and application of new information. Some learners may have low cognitive processing speed, which means they take […]