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Learning disabilities sourcebook : basic consumer health information about dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, speech and communication disorders, auditory and visual processing disorders, and other conditions that make learning difficult, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, down syndrome and other chromosomal disorders, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, hearing and visual impairment, autism and other pervasive developmental disorders, and traumatic brain Injury; along with facts about diagnosing learning disabilities, early intervention, the special education process, legal protections, assistive technology, and accommodations, and guidelines for life-stage transitions, suggestions for coping with daily challenges, a glossary of related terms, and a directory of additional resources.
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- ISBN: 9780780812598 (Cloth)
- ISBN: 078081259X (Cloth)
- Physical Description: xviii, 609 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
- Edition: 4th ed. / edited by Sandra J. Judd.
- Publisher: Detroit, MI : Omnigraphics, c2012.
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| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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- 1 of 1 copy available at Vancouver Community College.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Circulation Modifier | Holdable? | Status | Due Date | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadway Library | LC 4705 L434 2012 (Text) | 33109010102275 | Stacks | Volume hold | Available | - |
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This resource for general readers, students, parents, and those affected with learning disabilities compiles documents and excerpts from publications issued by government agencies, plus copyrighted material from organizations and universities. Full citation information is provided on the first page of each chapter or section. Of special interest is a section on the special educational process, with material on the child's rights, IEPs, and the transition to high school and college. The book also offers accessible information on the definitions, signs, causes, and diagnosis of learning disabilities. One section is devoted to specific types of learning disabilities. There is also material on many other disorders that affect learning, such as ADHD, cerebral palsy, and emotional problems. An entire section offers coping tips for parents and for adolescents, young adults, and adults with a learning disability. The book concludes with a glossary, a directory of websites and organizations, and sources of college funding for students with learning disabilities. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) - Choice Reviews : Choice Reviews 2013 February
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