- Let the child re-teach the lesson so
you can hear him verbalize the concepts and see if the ideas are understood (do this one
chunk of the concept at a time - little by little) When concept is difficult, always break
it down into smaller parts and/or use a multi-sensory approach.
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- Because NLD students take in their
world LITERALLY, discuss with him literally and explicitly the cause and effect of events
and situations.
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- Because of their visual-spatial
problems, handwritten pages and pages full of crowded written or typed words will be
difficult and may shut down the NLD student. Give these students typed pages
(directions, a syllabus, assignments, work) that are visually and spatially clear.
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- These students need highly structured,
word-oriented instruction. Even art works well when it is a "directed lesson"
with verbal instruction.
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- Relaxation techniques may be helpful
(according to two psychologists and a mom working with NLD kids)
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