Benji, a student in your class, exhibits some behaviors that…

Benji, a student in your class, exhibits some behaviors that aren’t typical to other children in your class. At first, you thought he was extremely gifted and likely to be an overachiever, but as time has passed, you have realized that although he can tell you facts and can learn information quickly, he can’t really apply his new knowledge. He also has difficulty getting along with his peers and has an almost all-consuming interest in comic books. He also becomes very upset if something unexpected happens in class. As you’ve gotten to know Benji, you begin to suspect that he may be exhibiting characteristics of

Ms. Dillon is the parent of one of the children in your clas…

Ms. Dillon is the parent of one of the children in your class. She did not pass enough courses to graduate from high school, and you are aware that she was often in trouble with her teachers. Which type of barrier is she mostly likely to exhibit as you try to establish communication with her?