I. 1. What is a learning disability?

A learning disability (LD) is a permanent condition which affects the manner in which individuals with at least average intelligence receive, retain and express information. Deficits in reading comprehension, spelling, written expression, math computation and problem solving are commonly exhibited. Less frequent are problems in organizational skills, time management and social skills. A learning disability is inconsistent and may manifest itself in one specific academic area, such as a foreign language. It may also be frustrating, since it is an invisible or hidden disability.

For further information, stop by ODS to obtain a copy of an excellent brochure, "College Students with Learning Disabilities," originally produced by the McBurney Resource Center at the University of Wisconsin/Madison. The brochure is available at nominal cost from AHEAD (the Association on Higher Education and Disability).

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I. "LD 101"

1. What is a learning disability?
2. What is ADD?
3. I'm a professor and one of my students has self-identified a learning disability to me.  What should my expectations be for this student?
4. I find that as assignment and exam deadlines collide, I can't be as productive because I feel such stress.  Any suggestions?