Characteristics of Students at Risk for

School Failure

 Cognitive and Metacognitive Deficits

 Low Academic Achievement
 Poor Memory
 Attention Problems and Hyperactivity
 Poor Social Skills
 Poor Self Concept
 Poor Motivation
 Debilitating Mood States
 Adaptive Behavior Deficits
 Disruptive Behavior

Works cited: Teaching Students with Learning Problems, 8th

Edition, Cecil D. Mercer; Ann R. Mercer; Paige C. Pullen (2011)