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Early Identification--An Analysis of the Research.
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Mercer, Cecil D.; And Others – Learning Disability Quarterly, 1988
The research concerning three major types of measures designed to identify young children at risk of experiencing school problems is reviewed. Teacher perception, test batteries, and single instruments are discussed in terms of general considerations for use, advantages, and disadvantages. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Developmental Disabilities, Early Identification, Evaluation Methods, Handicap Identification
Is Earlier Better? Reading Achievement and WISC-R Stability in Earlier vs. Later Identified Students with Learning Disabilities.
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Weltner-Brunton, Susan L.; And Others – Learning Disability Quarterly, 1988
The study compared earlier identified (grades 2-4) to later identified (grades 5-8) learning-disabled students' test scores (Woodcock Reading Mastery Tests and Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children) upon identification and over time in special education. No significant between-group differences were found at identification. Over time (two…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Age Differences, Early Identification, Elementary Education
Inclusion of Intrinsic Processing Difficulties in LD Diagnostic Models: A Critical Review.
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Dean, Vincent J.; Burns, Matthew K. – Learning Disability Quarterly, 2002
The use of the processing component for learning disabilities (LD) definitions is discussed by examining its theoretical basis, large-scale implementation, and researched classroom effectiveness. Results indicate the processing definition of LD does not differentiate students with LD from low achievers, is inconsistently implemented, and does not…
Descriptors: Classification, Clinical Diagnosis, Cognitive Processes, Definitions
On Babies and Bathwater: Addressing the Problems of Identification of Learning Disabilities.
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Scruggs, Thomas E.; Mastropieri, Margo A. – Learning Disability Quarterly, 2002
This article reviews problems in identification of learning disabilities and considers proposed alternatives to present procedures. It argues that the major problems of over identification, variability, and specificity, can be eliminated by increasing specificity and consistency of state criteria and strict adherence to identification criteria on…
Descriptors: Classification, Clinical Diagnosis, Definitions, Disability Identification
Learning Disabilities and the Preschool Child. A Position Paper of the National Joint Committee on Learning Disabilities, February 22, 1986.
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Learning Disability Quarterly, 1986
The position paper of the National Joint Committee on Learning Disabilities examines issues in early identification, including assessment during the preschool years, delivery of preschool services, family involvement, and personnel preparation. Recommendations address such aspects as availability of early intervention and the needs of non-English…
Descriptors: Delivery Systems, Early Identification, Intervention, Learning Disabilities