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Direct linkKaufman, Scott Barry, Ed. – Oxford University Press, 2018
In an educational system founded on rigid standards and categories, students who demonstrate a very specific manifestation of intelligence flourish, while those who deviate tend to fall between the cracks. Too often, talents and interests that do not align with classroom conventions are left unrecognized and unexplored in children with…
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Gifted Disabled, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia
Peer reviewedSofologi, Maria, Ed.; Kougioumtzis, Georgios, Ed.; Koundourou, Christiana, Ed. – IGI Global, 2023
Children with learning disabilities can be as sharp as their peers; however, they may find it challenging to write, read, reason out information, spell things correctly, or process information. Due to this, it is critical for students to understand the ways of learning that suit them the best. They may not be aware of the different ways they can…
Descriptors: Students with Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Barriers, Learning Strategies
Rotatori, Anthony F., Ed.; Bakken, Jeffrey P., Ed.; Burkhardt, Sandra, Ed.; Obiakor, Festus E., Ed.; Sharma, Umesh, Ed. – Advances in Special Education, 2014
"Special Education International Perspectives" is divided into two volumes: Volume 27, "Biopsychosocial, Cultural, and Disability Aspects" and Volume 28, "Practices across the Globe." There is limited literature examining the origins, practices, and challenges in special education from an international perspective; as…
Descriptors: Special Education, Cultural Differences, Foreign Countries, Teacher Role
Bray, Melissa A., Ed.; Kehle, Thomas J., Ed. – Oxford University Press, 2011
With its roots in clinical and educational psychology, school psychology is an ever-changing field that encompasses a diversity of topics. "The Oxford Handbook of School Psychology" synthesizes the most vital and relevant literature in all of these areas, producing a state-of-the-art, authoritative resource for practitioners,…
Descriptors: School Psychology, Problem Solving, Delivery Systems, Cognitive Ability
Wolf, Lorraine E., Ed.; Schreiber, Hope E., Ed.; Wasserstein, Jeanette, Ed. – Psychology Press, Taylor & Francis Group, 2008
Recent advances in neuroimaging and genetics technologies have enhanced our understanding of neurodevelopmental disorders in adults. The authors in this volume not only discuss such advances as they apply to adults with learning disorders, but also address their translation into clinical practice. One cluster of chapters addresses developmental…
Descriptors: Reading Fluency, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Nonverbal Learning
Scruggs, Thomas E., Ed.; Mastropieri, Margo A., Ed. – 1992
This volume presents 10 papers on research and methodology in learning and behavioral disabilities. Papers have the following titles and authors: "Memory Judgments and Allocation of Study Times in Good and Poor Comprehenders" (Ombretta Papetti et al.); "Diagnostic Spelling Analysis Within Curriculum-Based Measurement: Implications…
Descriptors: Age Differences, Aging (Individuals), Behavior Disorders, Cognitive Processes
Montgomery, Diane – 2003
Based on international research and practice, this text is designed to enable elementary and secondary practitioners to identify able pupils with special needs such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, dyspraxia, dyslexia, and Down syndrome, and then make provisions for them within the mainstream school. Following an introduction that…
Descriptors: Ability Identification, Asperger Syndrome, Behavior Disorders, Behavior Modification
1994
This collection of articles on gifted learning disabled students begins with an explanation of the philosophy of the Center for Talented Youth at Johns Hopkins University (Maryland), a list of characteristics of gifted disabled students, and three definitions of learning disabilities. The following papers are then provided: "Gifted but…
Descriptors: Ability Identification, Attention Deficit Disorders, Classroom Techniques, College Bound Students
Download full textGregg, Noel, Ed.; Curtis, Rebecca S., Ed.; Schmidt, Stacia F., Ed. – 1996
This booklet presents results from four survey questions asked of the audience and papers presented at a 1995 teleconference on assessment issues with African American adolescents and adults with learning disabilities. An introductory paper, "Multiple Factors Impacting the Assessment and Instruction of African American Adolescents and Adults…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adult Education, Adults, Affective Measures
Ford, Bridgie Alexis, Ed.; And Others – 1995
This book presents 11 author-contributed papers covering the theory and practice of effective assessment and instruction of African American students with exceptionalities, including both disabilities and giftedness. Emphasis is on effective delivery of empowering services to African American youth and their families. The first seven papers have…
Descriptors: Ability Identification, Black Students, Cultural Context, Curriculum Development
