Understanding Learning Difficulties
One of the most challenging aspects of teaching is understanding and meeting the needs of students with difficulties in learning. This course helps teachers to develop practical strategies to meet the needs of students experiencing difficulties in learning.
Over seven lessons, you will explore:
- The difference between learning difficulties and learning disabilities.
- The academic, psychological and social consequences of difficulties in learning.
- Pathways to diagnosis for students you suspect might have a learning disability.
- Current research on effective strategies for assisting students experiencing difficulties in learning.
- How you can apply the theoretical understandings from research in your real classroom contexts.
Comprehensive Modules
Expert Instruction
Flexible Learning
About this Course
Self-Paced Learning
Flexible Schedule
Practical Reflection Activities
Certified for 6 hours of professional learning addressing 1.2, 1.5, 1.6, 3.3, 4.1, 5.1, 5.4, 6.3
Dedicated Support
Lifetime Access
Suitable for: classroom teachers P-12, teacher aides/learning support, casual teachers, specialist teachers, school leaders, tertiary and adult educators, and pre-service teachers
Course Details
Lesson One: Introduction to Learning Difficulties
This introductory lesson provides a broad overview, defining and exploring both learningĀ difficulties and learning disabilities.
Lesson Two: Research Findings
This lesson provides a synopsis of the most relevant and reliable research relating to effectiveĀ instructional practices for students with learning difficulties and learning disabilities.
Lesson Three: Strategies to Enhance Learning
Lesson Three looks at how teachers can build on the theoretical understandings they developedĀ in Lesson Two, to apply teaching and learning strategies in their own unique classroom contexts.
Lesson Four: Applying Strategies in the Classroom
Lesson Four provides an in depth example of how the principles explored in previous lessonsĀ might look in the classroom.
Lesson Five: Review
This lesson is a review and summary of the key messages from the preceding lessons.
Lesson Six: Reflection
Throughout this lesson, teachers are encouraged to reflect broadly on which of the topicsĀ covered in previous lessons are most relevant to their own learning needs and how these topicsĀ can inform their teaching practice.
Lesson Seven: Resources and Links
A range of links to resources, associations, videos, webcasts and websites to assist inĀ ongoing professional learning related to this topic.
Enrolment Options
Individual Teacher
Cost: $179
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School group up to 50 teachers
Cost: $1890
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School Group up to 100 teachers
Cost: $2590
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What Our Teachers Say
The content was easy to follow and has offered me a new perspective and approach to my practice. Whilst a lot of what was discussed are components of my practice, I am interested to dive deeper and evaluate how effective my instructional approach is and how I can be more effective to support my students needs.
(S.Z. 11/9/2025)
This course was easy to access and follow from my home computer, and I could jump in and out as I wanted. It had clear and simple information to follow and didn’t give me information overload.
(M.C. 21/11/2025)
I really liked that it was self-paced. The information was clear and the videos were helpful. I liked the option to take notes on the screen. Excellent! Thank you
(A.Z. 8/11/2025)
I liked the structure of the presentation. I also like that I now have access to some updated and relevant information about LD in one place.
(J.S. 16/2/2026)
I loved the layout. It was clear and concise. I also liked the fact that I was able to copy the links on the resources page to access as I require. This course was well planned and easy to navigate. Thank you
(K.M. 11/6/2025)
I liked the ability to complete the course online and at my own pace. The examples provided were clear and relatable and the resources useful.
(J.F. 2/12/2025)
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