Evaluation / LD Testing
How is a learning disability identified? What do the test scores mean? For individuals with learning disabilities, assessment becomes a major part of their academic experience. Articles within this section cover issues such as state assessments and standards of learning, high-stakes testing such as graduation tests, and important information for parents regarding evaluations for special education.
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Who Can Diagnose LD and/or ADHD
Many professionals are involved in the diagnosis of LD: psychologists, educational specialists, and other professionals who work in specialized fields such as speech and language. This article identifies licensure requirements and who can diagnose LD and/or ADHD.
The Special Education Process: An Overview for Parents
Basics for Parents: Your Child's Evaluation
Differences That Might Affect Development
Sometimes a child's differences can be something you can easily see, but for other children, those differences may be hidden.
Assessments for Young Children
Assessment for Adults with LD and/or ADHD
Information on assessment and who can diagnose LD or AD/HD in adults.
Documenting a Learning Disability
How a Student is Identified as Having a Disability and Needing Special Education Services
Uses and Misuses of Processing Tests
The Key Components of a Comprehensive Assessment of ADHD
This article helps parents determine what it takes to get their child a thorough AD/HD assessment.
Stages of the Assessment Process
Because early intervention is so important, children who require special services need to be assessed at a young age. Here are six stages in the assessment process, from child-find to program evaulation.
Early identification is crucial when it comes to helping children who are having trouble learning to read. This seminal article by Joseph Torgesen explains the assessment process and reviews the more commonly used assessment tools.
To help prepare for school meetings and share your knowledge of your child, use the observation profile below to record the information. Your observations are important in helping the school determine if learning problems do exist and what special services your child may need.