Non- Verbal Learning Disabilities. Non- Verbal Learning Disability (NVD or NVLD), is a disorder which is usually characterized by a significant discrepancy between higher verbal skills and weaker motor, visual- spatial and social skills. Signs and Symptoms. Has trouble recognizing nonverbal cues such as facial expression or body language. Shows poor psycho- motor coordination; clumsy; seems to be constantly “getting in the way,” bumping into people and objects. Using fine motor skills a challenge: tying shoes, writing, using scissors. Needs to verbally label everything that happens to comprehend circumstances, spatial orientation, directional concepts and coordination; often lost or tardy. Has difficulty coping with changes in routing and transitions. Has difficulty generalizing previously learned information. Has difficulty following multi- step instructions. Make very literal translations. Asks too many questions, may be repetitive and inappropriately interrupt the flow of a lesson. Imparts the “illusion of competence” because of the student’s strong verbal skills. Strategies. Rehearse getting from place to place. Minimize transitions and give several verbal cues before transition. Nonverbal Learning Disorders sand. Avoid assuming the student will automatically generalize instructions or concepts. Verbally point out similarities, differences and connections; number and present instructions in sequence; simplify and break down abstract concepts, explain metaphors, nuances and multiple meanings in reading material. Answer the student’s questions when possible, but let them know a specific number (three vs. For further discussion of Asperger syndrome vs. Nonverbal Learning Disorders and Spina Bifida. Definition of nonverbal learning disorder. LD Edge Newsletter Issue # 105 Print ISSN 1715-0485 Online ISSN 1715-0493 June 2015 1 uy Asperger’s Disorder and Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities: How Are These Two Disorders Related to Each Other?
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