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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It depends on how low, and how low in comparison with the verbal and non verbal cognitive ability.
 A major discrepancy could indicate a learning disability or a global issue like ADD. 
Many gifted students have average processing. [b]A low working memory also has significant implications for classroom learning-- as much or more so than processing[/b]. [/quote]

What do teachers do for/with students will low working memory?[/quote]

It depends on whether there is a mandate (e.g. an IEP for a learning disability) for them to do anything. A below average working memory could indicate a learning disability.

A low working memory can affect test taking, learning to read, mental math, etc.

I think that people with working memory issues have to commit things to long term memory- I don't know the strategies, but it's what I've read. [/quote]

Yes, PP I agree with your statement.  DS has a moderate working memory deficit along with ADHD and this makes it challenging when studying for tests where memorization of facts is a key component of the test.  Which is actually most tests now that I think of it.  It takes a lot of time and epetition for information to "stick" - and be stored into long term memory.

Still trying to figure out what the best study strategy is for him :(
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pp here. Have you talked with pediatric neuropych. I'm just brainstorming that there strategies that (may) improve working memory, or at least compensate for it. A neuropsych might help with something more efficient. I know parents whose kids struggle with working memory. It makes homework time consuming- and the kids have a harder time learning basic facts even though many are highly intelligent. 
It's possible with ADHD that your DS may improve on his own as he grows older. Good luck to you. 
We have the problem with a high working memory and other test scores, but extremely low frustration tolerance. If my DS doesn't immediately process a challenging problem the first time or has to deal with a mistake, it's a nuclear meltdown. Homework in our house involves major de-escalation strategies on my part. So...there are all kinds of executive function issues that can make homework hard. Just commiserating. [/quote]

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