Misfit Minute 29: That Time I Learned About Literal Language and the “Down” Internet
About this episode
The episode discusses a humorous incident illustrating how literal language can confuse students in an ABA clinic.
A quick story from an ABA clinic about a student checking the floor to see if the “down” internet had literally fallen down. This Misfit Minute is a reminder that language is not always interpreted the way we expect, especially for students who process communication very literally. Key Takeaways • Literal language can create confusion—Common phrases may not mean what we think they mean to every learner • Everyday expressions are learned skills—Sarcasm, metaphors, and slang often need direct ...
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