What is meant by the term Specific Sensory & Motor-Learning Difficulties, [SpMLD]?
A term used to refer to a heterogeneous group of dysfunctions manifested by significant difficulties in the development of motor planning & coordination, & in the acquisition & used of skills of listening, speaking, writing, reasoning & mathematical abilities. These dysfunctions are intrinsic to the individual & are presumed to be due to minimal deficits in the CNS, [Central Nervous System]. Although a specific motor-learning difficulty can occur concomitantly with other disabling conditions, for example, sensory impairment, social & emotional disturbances, etc., or environmental influences, [cultural influences, insufficient or inappropriate instruction, psychogenic factors], it is not the direct result of these conditions or influences. Children with specific motor-learning difficulties [Sp MLD] are normally of average or above average intelligence. They do not, usually, respond to conventional teaching methods. They need to have specific interventions to develop / enhance basic skil
