Theoretical Issues Surrounding Severe Discrepancy: A Discussion.

Scruggs, Thomas E.

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ERIC Number: EJ370427

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Publication Date: 1987

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Theoretical Issues Surrounding Severe Discrepancy: A Discussion.

Scruggs, Thomas E.

Learning Disabilities Research, v3 n1 p21-23 Win 1987

In response to Kenneth Kavale's theoretical objections to the model of severe discrepancy in determining the existence of learning disabilities, this article describes advantages of discrepancy considerations and presents a model that emphasizes the role of the learning disabilities teacher in diagnosing and remediating specific learning disabilities. (Author/JW)

Descriptors: Academic Ability, Academic Achievement, Definitions, Educational Diagnosis, Elementary Secondary Education, Identification, Learning Disabilities, Models, Special Education Teachers, Teacher Role, Theories, Theory Practice Relationship

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