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A Mild Intellectual disability is characterized by slower cognitive development, and challenges with communication, self care, and social skills. Students who are identified within the mild intellectual disability profile will require more time and support to learn new skills and concepts, however, with the right strategies in place, they have the potential to be successful learners.
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Tips & Strategies for Home:
Tips & Strategies for Home:
Creating rules and routines together, ensuring expectations are clear
Using visual schedules and/or checklists to manage activities and routines throughout the day
Present tasks and instructions in small chunks, ensuring your child understands the expectations of the assignment
Review instructions and information together, multiple times
Reduce distractions as much as possible during learning activities
Take frequent breaks, particularly at the first sign of frustration
Provide encouragement and support!
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