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Sight Word and Phonics Training in Children with Dyslexia
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McArthur, Genevieve; Castles, Anne; Kohnen, Saskia; Larsen, Linda; Jones, Kristy; Anandakumar, Thushara; Banales, Erin – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2015
The aims of this study were to (a) compare sight word training and phonics training in children with dyslexia, and (b) determine if different orders of sight word and phonics training have different effects on the reading skills of children with dyslexia. One group of children (n = 36) did 8 weeks of phonics training (reading via grapheme-phoneme…
Descriptors: Phonics, Dyslexia, Children, Teaching Methods
Retrieval of Simple Addition Facts: Complexities Involved in Addressing a Commonly Identified Mathematical Learning Difficulty
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Hopkins, Sarah; Egeberg, Helen – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2009
There exists a substantial number of studies that have identified a subset of low-achieving mathematics students who do not develop a reliance on retrieval for simple addition but who continue to use a counting strategy to solve these problems. There are few studies, however, that have focused on how retrieval of simple addition facts may be…
Descriptors: Learning Problems, Intervention, Arithmetic, Mathematical Aptitude
Learning Disabilities in Australian Universities: Hidden, Ignored, and Unwelcome
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Ryan, Janette – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2007
Although more students with learning disabilities (LD) are enrolling in Australian universities, their learning needs are not well understood. This article reports on the experiences of students with LD who are encouraged to enter the academy by Australian university policies and government legislation but, once there, find that the promise of…
Descriptors: Learning Disabilities, Foreign Countries, Equal Education, Instructional Effectiveness
Learning Disabilities: Bringing Fields and Nations Together
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Elkins, John – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2007
This article advocates an approach to supporting students who experience difficulties in learning, irrespective of nosology, particularly in the key areas of literacy and numeracy. In the state of Queensland, Australia, a distinction has been made between students' experiencing learning difficulties and those who have learning disabilities (LD).…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Early Intervention, Learning Problems, Numeracy
Developing Mathematical Proficiency in the Australian Context: Implications for Students with Learning Difficulties
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Evans, David – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2007
The teaching of mathematics in Australian schools has received considerable attention over the past decade. States and territories have designed and implemented new mathematics syllabi, and education sectors have supported teachers through sustained professional learning initiatives. Whereas the major focus of these initiatives has been on…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Learning Problems, Mathematics Education, Learning Disabilities
Learning Difficulties in Numeracy in Australia
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van Kraayenoord, C. E.; Elkins, J. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2004
In this article, we provide an understanding of the term "numeracy" as it is used in Australia and a description of numeracy education in this country. In particular, we discuss the role of outcomes-based curriculum frameworks and outline the dominant teaching approaches. The focus is on students with learning difficulties and how they…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Teacher Characteristics, Teaching Methods, Parent Role