What makes a child a slow learner?

A child can be described as a slow learner if his or her thinking skills develop at a notably slower rate than that of his or her peers. The child will carry on through the exact same developmental stages as his or her peers but at a comparatively slow rate. Also, the child typically has below-average intelligence.

How do you know if your child is a slow learner?

Slow rate of reading, both silently and out loud. Giving up on longer reading tasks. Difficulty understanding questions and following directions. Poor spelling.

What makes someone a slow learner?

A “slow learner” is not a diagnostic category, it is a term people use to describe a student who has the ability to learn necessary academic skills, but at rate and depth below average same age peers. That means that most students have an IQ of 85 to 115.

How do you handle a slow learner?

What you can do to help your child

1. Provide a quiet work/study area.
2. Keep assignments and homework sessions short.
3. Be accessible.
4. Ask questions such as ‘what does that word mean?
5. Read to your child.
6. Be patient and consistent.
7. Do not allow them to give up on their work or themselves.
8. Don’t be overprotective.

What is a slow learner?

Slow learners are children taking a little more time than others do to grasp a concept. A child who takes more time and focus to think than others his age is said to be a slow learner. This child will hit the basic developmental stages just like his peers, but at a significantly slower rate.

Are parents stressed about their children being slow learners?

Parents tend to get overly stressed about their children being slow learners – so much so that they tend to let out their frustration on them.

What is the difference between a slow learner and a learning disability?

A slow learner – under an able guide, parent or a teacher can show significant improvement. On the other hand, a child who has learning disabilities will exhibit specific difficulties making the learning process difficult. There will be a gap between the child’s potential to achieve and his actual achievements.

Is my child’s slow learning related to autism?

No. Autism is a condition where the child does not identify with social interactions and norms. Slow learning may be a symptom of it, but not all slow learners have autism. It is essential to remember that a child should never be self-diagnosed as a slow learner.