The author suggests that individualizing spelling can be quickly and easily accomplished, and lists ideas for diagnosing and remediating spelling problems on an individualized basis. (KC)

A better developmental program, writes the author, must replace the old remedial'' approach, (Author/MB)

Author suggests some new ways to help solve learning problems in the classroom. (GB)

How to use listening to responses as a diagnostic tool to discover children's reading and comprehension problems. (RB)

Suggests that much of the trouble people have with numbers is linguistic. Points out differences between language and mathematical dimensions of math terms. Gives tips concerning reading of math problems, finding out what messages children are receiving, and the importance of basic number facts and estimation. (RH)

Responding to critics of testing, the author presents an argument in its favor--that testing is one of the ways in which a teacher may gather information necessary for student monitoring and instructional decision-making. (SJL)

This article presents information to help the teacher recognize and teach children with special learning needs. Suggestions for diagnosis, classroom strategies, and ideas for home use are offered. Resources for teacher use follow the article. (DF)