Many people with learning disblities are often times more intelligent than those without learning disablities. We need to find a way to unlock their full potential so that they can become productive memebers of society. Approriate accomodations and modifications to the learning environmet early on can ensure the best possible learning outcomes for the student. Furthermore, the student needs to learn to advocate for themselves once they reach a post secondary and professional environment. This is not to say that they should be given excptional treatment, they should still be able to perform academic tasks/job tasks as that is what will be required of them as adults.
I have learned that adults need to advocate for themselves in the postsecndary setting, because they will no longer receive personalized learning plans.
I have learned that intelligent people can have learning disabilities. We need to take a step back and help our students learn even if that means we have to try a different approach that aligns with their needs or learning style.
