Learning disabilities, A to Z : a complete guide to learning disabilities from preschool to adulthood /
Overview: The world of learning disabilities is undeniably complicated and challenging. Shining a bright light into this territory, Learning Disabilities: A to Z has long been the trusted resource for parents, helping them navigate the tough issues and arming them with the knowledge necessary to adv...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York :
Free Press,
2010.
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| Edition: | Rev. & updated, 1st Free Press trade pbk. ed. |
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Table of Contents:
- Pt. I: Understanding learning disabilities. 1. What are learning disabilities?
- 2. What causes learning disabilities?
- 3. Basic types of leaning disability
- Pt. II: How are learning disabilities identified?. 4. Warning signs at home and at school
- 5. The learning disabilities evaluation
- 6. Becoming an expert on your child
- Pt. III: An appropriate education. 7. Becoming an education activist
- 8. Developing an effective educational program
- 9. The ABCs of success in school
- Pt. IV: A quality life. 10. Social and emotional growth
- 11. Strategies for promoting personal success
- 12. Looking forward to the future
- App. A: Common assessment measures
- App. B: The developmnet of reading, writing, mathematics and learning strategies
- App. C: Using assistive technologies.