Publisher's Synopsis
For courses in Learning Disabilities.
The new edition of this popular text offers comprehensive coverage of all of the varying theories and practices in the field-educational, medical, and psychological-incorporating assessment, definition, characteristics, and strategies. A balanced treatment about the characteristics, definitions, causes, and controversies of learning disabilities, each researched-based topic is clearly designed to support both diagnosis and intervention. Throughout the text, "best practices" have been identified through thorough research and practical examples.