Research in Learning Disabilities - Special Education Programs for LDs

Multiple resources on many topics in special education from programs, assessment, classroom management, assistive technology, and more.

Interested in assistive technology? Not sure where to start? The Illustrated Guide to Assistive Technology and Devices by Suzanne Robitaille is a comprehensive reference guide that can help.

Reading Disabilities: Beating the Odds is a book for parents of children with reading disabilities by researchers Howard Margolis and Gary G. Brannigan. Check out this review of this helpful book for parents.

A review of Reading 2008, a learning and reading disabilities website by educators and researchers Howard Margolis, Ed. D., Gary G. Branigan, Ph.D.

Smart but Feeling Dumb: New Research on Dyslexia--And How It May Help You, by Harold N. Levinson, M.D., is a fascinating look at an intriguing theory on dyslexia and related learning disabilities. Read a review on Dr. Levinson's book.

Learning Styles with Learning Disabilities - Most children have a preferred way of learning, called a learning style. Learn more about learning styles and what they are. Find out why knowing your child's learning style is important.

Reading Recovery is just one of many programs for teaching struggling readers. As with all programs, various experts have differing opinions on effectiveness. What's the bottom line? Researchers weigh in on the issue.

Parent involvement is important to help your learning disabled child be as successful as possible. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Advocacy is supporting a student with a disability by helping them get the supports and services they need from a school district, medical provider, therapy provider, college or vocational school, or other service agency. Explore what you need to know about advocacy and how to do it more effectively.

Find tips to consider before choosing assistive technology for students with learning disabilities.

Learn top tips for choosing quality programs for students with Learning Disabilities.

Homework can be a real challenge for students with learning disabilities. Apart from having difficulty in the area of disability, lack of organization can create more of a problem for these students and lead to all-nighter homework sessions. Helping our students prepare for success ahead of time will help them feel more confident, support...

Discover resources to help teachers in parents and parents meet the educational needs for children with learning disabilities and other childhood disabilities on About.com!

Some children with learning disabilities also have behavior problems. Learn research-based ways to develop behavior plans to provide the structure they need to improve behavior and improve attention to academics.

Learning Styles with Learning Disabilities - Most children have a preferred way of learning, called a learning style. Learn about the existential learning style and how existential learners learn best.

If you're a special education teacher, here are reviews of several books from your Special Education Guide on About.com.

Learning Styles with Learning Disabilities - Most children have a preferred way of learning, called a naturistic learning style. Learn about the naturistic learning style and how naturistic learners learn best.

Educators and parents need help with evaluating research and determining what works and what doesn't. The National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities provides assistance in understanding and evaluating the research.

Learning Styles with Learning Disabilities - Most children have a preferred way of learning, called a learning style. Learn about body kinesthetic learning style and how body kinesthetic learners learn best.

For over two decades, the U.S. Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) has supported research that considers ways to improve family involvement in the education of children with disabilities. This Research Connections takes a look at current findings.

Learning Styles with Learning Disabilities - Most children have a preferred way of learning, called a learning style. Learn about interpersonal learning style and how interpersonal learners learn best.

Learning Styles with Learning Disabilities - Most children have a preferred way of learning, called a learning style. Learn about visual spatial learning styles and how visual spatial learners learn best.

Learning Styles with Learning Disabilities - Most children have a preferred way of learning, called a learning style. Learn about musical logical learning style and how musical learners learn best.

Learning Styles with Learning Disabilities - Most children have a preferred way of learning, called a learning style. Learn about mathematical logical learning style and how mathematical logical learners learn best.

Learning Styles with Learning Disabilities - Most children have a preferred way of learning, called a learning style. Learn about verbal linguistic learning style and how verbal linguistic learners learn best.

Get Out, Explore, and Have Fun!: How Families of Children With Autism or Asperger Syndrome Can Get the Most Out of Community Activities is a refreshing look at parenting a child with autism focusing on getting out there and enjoying life.

U.N.I.Q.U.E. - Growing the Leader Within - A review of Debra J. Slover's book on leadership for children.

Learn about Brain School: Stories of Children with Learning Disabilities and Attention Disorders who Changed Their Lives by Improving Their Cognitive Functioning.

Learn about Dr. Mel Levine and his work.

Learn about reading decoding, what it is, and why it is important in developing good reading skills.