Questioning Discrepancies: Retaking the First Step 20 Years Later.

Algozzine, Bob; Ysseldyke, James E.

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Publication Date: 1987

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Questioning Discrepancies: Retaking the First Step 20 Years Later.

Algozzine, Bob; Ysseldyke, James E.

Learning Disability Quarterly, v10 n4 p301-12 Fall 1987

Most conceptualizations of learning disabilities are based on discrepancies between ability and achievement, but the dimensions of this parameter have not been documented. Discrepancies for 83 third graders, 48 fifth graders, and 50 twelfth graders were compared. The use of ability achievement discrepancies to determine the need for special education was not supported. (Author/VW)

Descriptors: Ability Identification, Achievement Rating, Elementary Secondary Education, Handicap Identification, Learning Disabilities, Special Education, Student Evaluation

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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