A Multivariate Perspective for Aptitude-Achievement Discrepancy in Learning Disability Assessment.

Boodoo, Gwyneth M.

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ERIC Number: EJ315346

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Publication Date: 1985

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A Multivariate Perspective for Aptitude-Achievement Discrepancy in Learning Disability Assessment.

Boodoo, Gwyneth M.

Journal of Special Education, v18 n4 p489-94 Win 1984-85

A multivariate model is proposed for assessing a severe discrepancy between intellectual ability and actual achievement in learning disabled (LD) children. Formulas for computing universe difference score variance, the standard error of the difference score, and its generalizability coefficient are given. (Author)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Aptitude, Disability Identification, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Disabilities, Multivariate Analysis, Student Evaluation, Underachievement

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Non-Classroom

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Language: English

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