Learning Strategies

Which are effective learning strategies to help students with Learning Disabilities complete and understand homework assignments?

It can be  a challenge for students with learning disabilities to successfully accomplish their homework assignments on their own. Therefore, here are several tips that will help students with learning disabilities complete and understand homework assignments effectively.

1. Create an appropriate study area-  Ensure that the child's study area is free of distractions that include television, noise, clutter, and siblings; make sure the child has easy access to school supplies.
2. Collect resource and reference materials- Ask your child's teacher to provide extra materials that the child uses on a daily basis in school. This is known to increase the effectiveness of studying. 
3. Consider the use of CD-ROM reference materials versus the internet- Often dial-up connection can be painstakingly slow, and can be frustrating for students with learning disabilities. 

These suggestions may promote the effectiveness of studying and doing homework for students with learning disabilities, who typically struggle with lack of organization. These strategies can help prevent all-night homework sessions, and potential stress. We need to try and help children with learning disabilities to ensure their early success in their academic endeavors.  

Logsdon, A. (n.d.). About.com: Learning Disabilities. Retrieved April 20, 

2009, from http://learningdisabilities.about.com/od/resourcesresearch/tp/homeworkhelps.htm.