An intervening variable between perceptual deficits and academic learning — verbal mediation processes — is explored. Research reviewed, primarily that of Luria, leads to the conclusion that verbal mediational processes can compensate for perceptual learning-process deficits. Relevant teaching applications are discussed.
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