{"product_id":"the-complete-learning-disabilities-handbook-9780787997557","title":"The Complete Learning Disabilities Handbook","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*         The previous editions of this book have been extremely successful, with nearly 80,000 copies sold to date. *         Of the 6-7 million children receiving special education in the   U.S. , the clear majority are considered Learning Disabled.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Authors xvii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book xix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 An Overview of the Field of Learning Disabilities 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHistory of Learning Disabilities 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCausal Factors 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncidence 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrimary Characteristics of Learning Disabilities 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComorbid or Co-occurring Conditions 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConduct Disorder 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTourette Syndrome 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrognosis 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrograms and Settings for the Learning Disabled 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFacts About Learning Disabilities 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of Major Organizations for the Learning Disabled 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePeriodicals on Learning Disabilities 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Research in the Field of Learning Disabilities 17\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOverview of the Brain, Biology, and Behavior 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrain Injury 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStructural Brain Differences 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBiochemical Influences 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch on Memory 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch on Metacognition 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch on Phonological Processing Problems 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch on Maturation and Retention 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch on Communication Problems 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch on Self-Concept, Self-Esteem, and Self-Efficacy 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch on Teachers’ Perceptions 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch on Social Competence and Social Skills Training 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Understanding the Laws 48\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParental Rights 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParents as Advocates 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudent Rights 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeacher Rights and Obligations 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBehavioral Goals and Behavioral Improvement Plans 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudent and Parental Rights Regarding Suspension or Expulsion 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Early Childhood Education for At-Risk Students 58\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecial Education Services from Birth Through Age Two 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecial Education Services for Children Ages Three Through Five 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessment of Young Children 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Components of an Effective Early Childhood Education Program 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaturation and “Readiness” for Kindergarten 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 The Student Study Team Process 68\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Case for Early Intervention 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing the Need 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTalking with Parents 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParent and Student Preparation for the Student Study Team (SST) 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePredictable Parental Feelings and Reactions 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInitiating a Request for a Student Study Meeting 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Student Study Team Process 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Roles of the SST Members 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDigital Classroom Accommodations 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSensory Accommodations 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Formal Assessment and Identification of the Student with Learning Disabilities 86\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Multidisciplinary Team Process 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRoles of the Members of the Multidisciplinary Team 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGuidelines for Assessment 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntellectual Assessment 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntelligence Quotient (IQ) 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVisual Perception 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAuditory Perception 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMemory 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcademic Assessment 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommonly Used Tests 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassroom and Playground Observations 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTime-on-Task Assessment 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLanguage Assessment 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealth Assessment 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBehavioral Assessment 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Planning for the Student with Learning Disabilities 110\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEligibility Issues 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Discrepancy Model 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExclusionary Criteria 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessment Scores and Their Implication for Learning 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEligible or Not Eligible? Developing the Individual Education Plan (IEP) 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing the Appropriate Educational Setting (“Least Restrictive Environment”) 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining the Number of Hours 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWriting Appropriate, Measurable Objectives 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Purpose of Goals 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDissenting Opinions 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReviews of the IEP 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Annual Review 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Triennial Review 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecial Reviews 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDue Process 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Classroom Management for Teachers 127\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating an Attractive and Useful Classroom 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning the First Week’s Activities 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBehavioral Management Considerations 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositive Reinforcement 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRules 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSettling Students After a Recess 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProjecting a Positive Feeling 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding Better Ways to Talk to Students 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreventing Misbehavior 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeep the Environment Consistent and Structured 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelp Students Succeed 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse Rewards, Contracts, Tokens, and Reinforcers 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRewards 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContracts 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLotteries 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eToken Economies 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling Misbehavior 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Ball in Your Court” Technique 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTimeout 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrisis Management 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFour Types of Challenging Students 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecord Keeping 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Classroom Aide Effectively 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTwenty Tips for Successful Classroom Management 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSample Approaches to Handling Inappropriate Behaviors 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 Academic Management Considerations 150\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCurriculum, Setting, and Students’ Needs 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting to Know Your Students’ Academic Needs Quickly Through Informal Testing 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoal Setting and Effective Lesson Design 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning the School Day 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning for Flexibility 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScheduling and Pacing 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing a Variety of Activities 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrouping Students 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAllowing Students Some Choice in Assignments and Rewards 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransforming Passive Students into Participatory Students 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOvercoming Failure Syndrome 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning Cooperative Learning Tasks 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuggestions for Maximizing Educational Results 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImproving Lesson Results Through Feedback 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImproving Learning Through Specific Teaching Techniques 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTests That Teach 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStory Mapping, Advanced Organizers, and Webs 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMnemonics 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse of Higher-Level Thinking Activities 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIssues of Grading and Evaluation 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTips for Academic Management 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Interventions for Specific Problems 168\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVisual Perceptual Deficits 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAuditory Processing Deficits 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpatial Awareness Deficits 174\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConceptual Deficits 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMemory Deficits 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudents with Poor Work Habits 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterventions for Other Common LD Classroom Problems 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudents with Poor Social Relationships or Behaviors 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudents with Dyslexia 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSample History Assignment 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudents with ADD or ADHD 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMedical Treatment of ADD and ADHD 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBehavioral Considerations for Students with ADD or ADHD 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTips for Classroom Teachers 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 Reading and the Student with Learning Disabilities 199\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho Will Have Trouble Learning to Read? 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElements of a Balanced Literacy Program 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhonemic Awareness 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSample Phonemic Awareness Lesson 1: Kindergarten–Grade 1 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSample Phonemic Awareness Lesson 2: Kindergarten–Grade 1 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSample Phonemic Awareness Lesson 3: Grades 1–2 (Instructional Level) 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSample Phonemic Awareness Lesson 4: Any Grade to High School 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Step-by-Step Guide for Teaching Reading to Students with Learning Disabilities 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLetter Recognition and Sound Knowledge 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with the Nonreader 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with the Emergent Reader 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaterials for Beginning and Emergent Readers 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with the Guided Reader 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTips for Teaching Reading 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Writing, Spelling, and Speaking 256\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrinting 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeaching the Mechanics of Writing 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSample Interactive Writing Lesson (Instructional Level 1.3) 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSample Writing Lesson (Instructional Level 2.5) 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpelling for Young Students with Learning Disabilities 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaterials 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMethods 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpeaking Activities for Young Students with Learning Disabilities 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandwriting Skills for Older Students with Learning Disabilities 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Mechanics of Writing for Older Students with Learning Disabilities 274\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLetter Writing 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eE-mails and Digital Communication 278\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReport Writing 278\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJournal Writing 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpelling Activities for Older Students with Learning Disabilities 280\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpeaking Opportunities for Older Students with Learning Disabilities 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSample Lesson: Recognizing Nouns 286\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSample Lesson: Recognizing Verbs 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWriting Activities 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMy Accident 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTitle of My Story 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13 Teaching Mathematically Challenged Students 297\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiagnosing a Student’s Difficulties 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeaching Techniques 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLevels of Understanding: Concrete, Representational, and Abstract 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncorporating Reading into the Math Curriculum 303\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeaching Specific Skills 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCounting Symbols and One-to-One Correspondence 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeginning Addition 306\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCounting and Understanding the Numbers 0–100 307\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing and Counting Coins 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlace Value: Ones and Tens Place 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCounting by Fives 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTime—by the Hour 312\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTime—by Hour and Minute 312\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeginning Subtraction 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDoing and Undoing: Plus and Minus 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Numbers 316\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAddition and Regrouping 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMore and Less 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSimple Story Problems 318\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSubtraction With and Without Regrouping 318\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRounding Numbers to the Nearest 10 or Nearest 100 320\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing and Spelling Number Words 320\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlace Value—Through Thousands 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLinear Measurement 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSimple Multiplication Techniques 324\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSimple Division Techniques 327\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDoing and Undoing (Multiplication and Division) 327\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLiquid Measurement 328\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFractions 328\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstimating 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMore Complex Story Problems 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMore Complex Division 332\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRelating Fractions to Decimals 332\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Change 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14 Adolescents and Adults with Learning Disabilities 335\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Changing Needs of the Adolescent 335\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSchool Changes 335\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhysical Changes 336\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEfforts to Engage the Junior High Student in the Educational Process 337\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDepartmentalization (School Within a School) 337\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePersonal Efforts of Individual Teachers 338\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCurriculum for the Junior High School 339\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic Skills 340\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies to Increase Metacognition and Learning 341\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Art of Counseling Adolescent Students 341\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeaching Students to Be Their Own Advocates 343\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransition IEPs 346\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Needs of the High School Student with Learning Disabilities 346\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWork-Study Program 347\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContinuation Schools and Independent Study Programs 348\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLife and Social Skills 348\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Needs of the Young Adult with Learning Disabilities 348\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eServices Available to Students Going to College 350\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVocational Rehabilitation Services for the Learning Disabled 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdult Education Opportunities 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e15 The Role of the Family 352\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Role of Parents—as Parents 352\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Home Environment 353\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProviding Worthwhile Activities 354\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Role of Parents—as Teachers 354\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupervision of Homework 354\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelping at School 356\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Role of Parents—as Advocates 356\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTips for Helping Your Child 357\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16 Education in the New Millennium 359\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncreased Mainstreaming 359\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncreased Use of Technology 360\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClass Size 361\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeacher Preparation Trends and Issues 362\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProfessional Salaries and Working Conditions 362\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion 363\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 365\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther Reading 373\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 377\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Wiley \u0026 Sons Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49405055500631,"sku":"9780787997557","price":24.65,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780787997557.jpg?v=1730488521","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-complete-learning-disabilities-handbook-9780787997557","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}