The LD Learner Is Often a Boy--Why?.

Phipps, Patricia M.

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ERIC Number: EJ261644

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Publication Date: 1982-Mar

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The LD Learner Is Often a Boy--Why?

Phipps, Patricia M.

Academic Therapy, v17 n4 p425-30 Mar 1982

The school records of 40 boys and 20 girls placed in special education programs (for learning disabled, educable retarded, or behavior disordered) were examined to compare reasons for referral and placement. Results indicated that boys were more likely to be referred for behavior problems or behavior and academic problems. (DB)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Behavior Problems, Decision Making, Mild Disabilities, Referral, Special Classes, Student Characteristics, Student Placement

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Language: English

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