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Beyda-Lorie, Sandra; Kritikos, Effie; Messerer, Jeffrey – Learning Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 2011
Research shows that educators are not prepared to address real life issues such as substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, and bullying in the classroom. Yet, students with learning disabilities remain vulnerable to each of these pressing life issues. The purpose of the current study was to determine whether the curriculum infusion (CI) model increased the…
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Disabilities, Special Education Teachers
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Lee, David L.; Asplen, Jennifer – Learning Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 2004
Dealing with the behavioral and academic problems of children with co-occurring learning disabilities and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD) can be challenge for educators. One characteristic often associated with AD/HD is an inability to remain engaged in tasks for long periods of time. This lack of attentional focus often results…
Descriptors: Stimulation, Learning Disabilities, Persistence, Hyperactivity
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Lowenthal, Barbara – Learning Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 2003
This article discusses the increase in the rate and intensity of child maltreatment, defines the types of maltreatment (physical, sexual, psychological and neglect), their possible effects on learning, and school interventions that can assist the children with learning disabilities. The need for a structured classroom environment is emphasized.…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems, Child Abuse, Child Neglect