The U.S. Departments of Education (ED) and Justice (DOJ) released joint guidance on January 7, 2015, reminding states, school districts and schools of their obligations under federal law to ensure that English Learners have equal access to a high-quality education and the opportunity to achieve their full academic potential. In this context, the…

As more and more dual language learners enter the school system, now is the ideal time for this second edition of the bestselling textbook--essential for preparing speech language pathologists (SLPs) and educators to work with young children who are bilingual or learning a second language. This comprehensive, student-friendly text takes the…

The article presents, in chart format, an overview of over 25 separate etiological perspectives on learning disabilities. Information provided includes the name of the perspective/theory, the diagnostic procedures involved, the type of children for which the theory is applicable, and the major proponent(s). (DLS)

The paper comments upon educational diagnosis of learning disabilitis, noting confusion with identification, and describing the value of computers' systematic analysis of data to improve the quality of diagnostic judgement. (CL)

Reviews research on major behavior disorders in children for school psychologists who are required to evaluate severity of such disorders. Review suggests five criteria by which severity of children's behavior disorders can be evaluated: age of onset, number of settings in which problem occurs, number of coexisting disorders, pattern of problem,…

The last of 16 self study and evaluation guides for agencies serving blind and visually handicapped students presents standards for educational diagnostic and counseling services. Planning and organization, personnel, scope of diagnostic and counseling services, and program evaluation standards are included. (CL)

This cognitive/performance module is designed to teach the use of diagnostic techniques beyond those techniques provided by traditional mass testing. Terminal objectives include: (a) identifying a learning goal, (b) identifying a child who cannot successfully accomplish the learning goal, (c) diagnosing the child's learning strengths and…

Dyslexia is defined as a specific language disability that involves a communication breakdown in either spoken or written language. Various kinds of schools, facilities, and services available for the child with a language disability are discussed, and criteria for evaluation are given which include consideration of motive and purpose, general…

Designed as an introduction to individualized reading instruction, this pamphlet considers the purpose of individualization, implementing individualized instruction, facility changes, diagnosis, evaluation, and individual student needs. The four appendixes feature samples of a student record, a student plan sheet, a teacher record, and a teacher…

Briefly reviews recent trends in research on writing; introduces theory-based model being developed for differential diagnosis of writing disabilities at neuropsychological, linguistic, and cognitive levels; presents cases and patterns in cases that illustrate differential diagnosis of writing disabilities at linguistic level; and suggests…

This paper provides statements of teacher competencies that are essential for diagnosing reading difficulties of learners. These statements are organized into three orders of teaching competencies. First-order statements describe in broad terms eight kinds of teaching competencies related to diagnosis of reading difficulties. Second-order…

The article places in perspective the evolution of curriculum or instructional programs for the mildly handicapped adolescent, identifies several major influences on current practices, and examines the assumptions underlying assessment and intervention in the context of intensive instruction. (DLS)

Intended for parents of handicapped children, the booklet provides information on interpreting professional reports. General format and specialty areas are explained for medical reports (including the pediatrician's, neurologist's, psychiatrist's orthopedic specialist's, ophthalmologist's, and optometrist's reports); educational reports (including…

Intended for parents of handicapped children, the booklet answers questions about professionals in four areas (medicine, psychology, education, and social services). Information is provided on the following professionals: pediatrician, neurologist, child psychiatrist, orthopedic specialist, ophthalmologist, optometrist, clinical psychologist,…

Diagnostic teaching is described and discussed. Different types of errors are explained and examples of errors and their possible diagnoses are given. (MK)