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Cognitive Strategies, Working Memory, and Growth in Word Problem Solving in Children with Math Difficulties
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H. Lee Swanson; Catherine M. Lussier; Michael J. Orosco – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2015
This study investigated the role of strategy instruction and working memory capacity (WMC) on word problem solving accuracy in children with (n = 100) and without (n = 92) math difficulties (MD). Within classrooms, children in Grades 2 and 3 were randomly assigned to one of four treatment conditions: verbal-only strategies (e.g., underlining…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Learning Strategies, Short Term Memory, Problem Solving
Acquired Cerebral Trauma: Epilogue.
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Bigler, Erin D., Ed. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1988
The article summarizes a series of articles concerning acquired cerebral trauma. Reviewed are technological advances, treatment, assessment, potential innovative therapies, long-term outcome, family impact of chronic brain injury, and prevention. (DB)
Descriptors: Adults, Children, Evaluation Methods, Family Problems
An Intervention Approach for Children with Teacher- and Parent-Identified Attentional Difficulties.
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Semrud-Clikeman, Margaret; Nielsen, Kathleen H.; Clinton, Amanda; Sylvester, Leihua; Parle, Nancy; Connor, Robert T. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1999
A study compared the performance of 21 children without attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and 33 children with ADHD (ages 8-12), 21 of whom participated in the initial intervention and 12 of whom received the intervention after pre- and posttesting. After completing an 18-week intervention that included attention and problem-solving…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Attention Span, Children, Comparative Analysis
Cognitive Development and Learning in the Pediatric Organ Transplant Recipient.
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Hobbs, Steven A.; Sexson, Sandra B. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1993
This article reviews studies evaluating neurocognitive changes following organ transplantation in pediatric end-stage renal and liver disease. Findings suggest possible neurocognitive benefits associated with organ transplantation. Recommendations are made for methodological improvements in future research. (DB)
Descriptors: Children, Cognitive Processes, Diseases, Medical Services
Treatment Outcomes for Students with Learning Disabilities: How Important Are Internal and External Validity?
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Simmerman, Susan; Swanson, H. Lee – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2001
A review of 913 studies involving students with learning disabilities found treatment outcomes were significantly affected by the following violations: teacher effects, establishing criterion levels of instructional performance, reliance on experimental measures, using different pretest and posttest measures, using a sample heterogeneous in age,…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Influences, Learning Disabilities, Outcomes of Treatment
Effects of Stimulant Medication on Learning in Children with ADHD.
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Swanson, James M.; And Others – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1991
Determining whether stimulant medication improves learning or long-term academic achievement in children with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder involves consideration of (1) the prescription of higher than optimal doses, and (2) overinclusive treatment involving adverse responders. A study designed to overcome these theoretical deficiencies…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Attention Deficit Disorders, Drug Therapy, Elementary Secondary Education
School-Based Methylphenidate Placebo Protocols: Methodological and Practical Issues.
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Hyman, Irwin A.; Wojtowicz, Alexandra; Lee, Kee Duk; Haffner, Mary Elizabeth; Fiorello, Catherine A.; And Others – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1998
Focuses on methodological issues involved in choosing instruments to monitor behavior, once a comprehensive evaluation has suggested trials on Ritalin. Case examples illustrate problems of teacher compliance in filling out measures, supplying adequate placebos, and obtaining physical cooperation. Emerging school-based methodologies are discussed…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Case Studies, Data Collection, Drug Therapy