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=__All about Learning Disabilities!__ = The purpose of this Wiki is to inform general education teachers about learning disabilities and update educators on the changes that surround the disability. This wiki will also state some important facts about the RTI process and how it should be used in the general education classroom. Accommodations and modifications will also be suggested for each type of learning disability to be used in the general education classroom. Teachers will also get the opportunity to read about the benefits of inclusion and discover how co teaching can benefit all of their students. I hope this wiki is informative and provides ideas on how to best educate students with learning disabilities.

What is a learning disability?
A learning disability is a neurological disorder. Children with learning disabilities are very smart they just might have difficulty reading, writing, spelling, reasoning, recalling and/or organizing information. A learning disability can't be cured or fixed; it is a lifelong issue. With the right support and intervention, however, children with learning disabilities can succeed in school and go on to successful, often distinguished careers later in life.

= = =What are the common signs of a learning disability? = Every individual with a learning disability is unique and shows a different combination and degree of difficulties. A common characteristic among people with learning disabilities is uneven areas of ability, “a weakness within a sea of strengths.” For instance, a child with dyslexia who struggles with reading, writing and spelling may be very capable in math and science.