Aprendizaje y comportamiento educativo en un niño con discapacidad intelectual leve

Abstract

Intellectual disability is a condition characterized by significant limitations in an individual’s cognitive and adaptative skills, where adequate support and inclusive education play a fundamental role in helping people with such disabilities reach their full potential and fully participate in society, this presents a pressing issue within the school environment, underscored by the insufficient training of teachers and the necessity to adjust academic standards, which poses significant challenges in educational institucions. This research addresses the following scientific problema, What is the correlation between a child’s learning and their educational behavior when they have a mild intellectual disability To address this, our overarching objective is: to determine the relationship between learning and educational behavior of a child with a mild intellectual disability. Methodologically, we employed a qualitative approach, specifically aligned with the descriptive type. For data collection, we used an observation guide, an interview, the CEPA test and the KidsLife scale. These instruments enabled us to analyze the research variables comprehensively and draw relevant conclusions and recommendations. This study leads us to the conclusion that a child’s educational behavior can indeed exert a significant influence on their learning process and, simultaneously, their learning experiences can shape their behavior, therefore we proposed the application of effective behavioral managment strategies as essential tools, enriching the educational dynamics.