Some individuals with learning disabilities also have difficulties in the area of organization resulting from limitations and attention span, memory and retrieval and planning ability. They commonly struggle with timetables, homework notebooks, organizing course notes and handouts, studying for tests and working effectively on long-term projects.

Common Issues (examples)

• Memory
• Filing and retrieving
• Long-term planning
• Brain storming/Outlining

Possible Student Outcomes (examples)

• The individual will use organizational tools to record assignments.
• The individual will use organizational tools to complete homework effectively and efficiently.
• The individual will use organizational tools to studying in advance for tests and quizzes.
• The individual will use organizational tools to organize and complete long-term projects.
• The individual uses visual learning tools to organize their thinking.
• Individuals categorize information, make connections and recognize patterns to clarify their thinking.
• The individuals use organizational stages to integrate new knowledge and ideas.
• The individuals organize notes for writing.
• The individuals learn the writing process.
• The individuals write in different genres (e.g., narrative, persuasive, compare/contrast) (e.g., narrative, persuasive, compare/contrast).
• The individuals create higher-quality first drafts.
• The individuals use appropriate words for research and literary projects.