learning difference

noun

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His learning difference was first identified in a routine school screening and led to tutors, speech therapy, a neuropsychological evaluation and a spot at a Manhattan school for kids with learning differences. Deni Ellis Béchard, Scientific American, 30 Oct. 2025 The 1-12 grade school is designed for students with learning differences and staffed by teachers with formal special education training. Tory Basile, IndyStar, 7 Oct. 2025 Restrictions also must be applied without exceptions, even for students with disabilities or learning differences. Tyler Austin Harper, The Atlantic, 11 Sep. 2025 He was diagnosed with dyslexia, which was the first time many of us had heard of the diagnosis and saw a Black child given language for a learning difference. Essence, 24 July 2025 Dyslexia: Dyslexia is a learning difference that impacts language processing and reading. Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 4 Apr. 2025 However, some experts acknowledge that sibling gifts may be helpful in certain cases, particularly if the sibling has trouble with emotional regulation or a learning difference. Sherri Gordon, Parents, 31 Mar. 2025 Jayne also underscores the importance of recognizing individual learning differences. Rhett Power, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024 Kim Kardashian is sharing a supportive message for fellow parents who might struggle with their kids' learning differences. Charlotte Phillipp, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2024

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First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of learning difference was in 1966

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“Learning difference.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/learning%20difference. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.

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learning difference

noun
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