Learning Disabilities: Theories, Diagnosis, and Teaching StrategiesThis text's success is rooted in its eclectic approach, commitment to providing current information, and value as a professional resource. "Learning Disabilities provides a comprehensive view of different approaches, assessment procedures, and materials for general and special education teachers, administrators, school psychologists, language pathologists, counselors, and related professionals.This edition explains the new laws for special education and the DOE's 1999 Rules and Regulations for implementing the 1997 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).Methods for assessing and teaching linguistically and culturally diverse students with learning disabilities are explored. |
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Historical Perspectives and Current Directions | 35 |
Rapid Expansion of School Programs | 44 |
Special Education Laws 45 The Inclusion Movement 47 Cultural | 52 |
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