Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (PPR) TExES Practice Exam

Where does an early sign of a learning disability typically fall?

1. Developmental delay

2. Learning disability

3. Other health impaired

4. None of the above

The correct answer is: Developmental delay

An early sign of a learning disability often falls under the category of developmental delay. This is because learning disabilities can manifest as delays in key developmental areas, such as language acquisition, motor skills, or social-emotional skills, before the child reaches school age. During early childhood, many children show variations in their developmental progress, and some may exhibit delays that could indicate a potential learning disability. This early identification can be critical for timely and appropriate intervention strategies to support the child's learning. The other categories, such as learning disability and other health impaired, are broader classifications that typically apply after certain criteria have been met or diagnosed. Learning disabilities specifically refer to difficulties in processing information that affect academic performance, usually recognized later in a child's development, once the foundational skills are expected to be firmly established. "Other health impaired" encompasses a range of health conditions that may affect a child's education, but it does not specifically denote learning disabilities in their early signs. Therefore, focusing on developmental delays allows educators and parents to note potential issues early and seek assessment and intervention.