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

Twenty-three impulsive, high-active first graders were trained to verbally mediate responses on a multiple choice task. (Author/CL)