Research Issues in Learning Disabilities: Theory, Methodology, Assessment, and Ethics - Rilegato

Vaughn, Sharon

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 0387940790 ISBN 13: 9780387940793

Casa editrice: Springer Nature, 1993

Riassunto

This textbook offers a current, systematic outlook on research issues in learning disabilities. Divided into six parts, the book encompasses Models and Theories, Methodological Issues (including Descriptive and Intervention Research, Longitudinal Research, Qualitative Analysis, Case Study); Academic Assessment and Instrumentation; and Ethical Issues. It presents a unique approach to research issues in learning disabilities in that practical information and applications are offered for the specific types of research methodology relevant to individuals with learning disabilities. The editors and the contributors of this volume are renowned leaders in the field and are at the forefront of research in the area of learning disabilities. Research Issues in Learning Disabilities. Theory, Methodology, Assessment, and Ethics is ideal for graduate seminars focusing on recent research and research methodology in the fields of learning disabilities and special education. The volume is also an excellent complementary book for introductory courses in learning disabilities. It is a distinctive, timely, and informative publication that merits inclusion in the libraries of researchers and educators in the field of learning disabilities as well as special educators, psychologists, school psychologists, speech and language therapists, and other professionals who serve individuals with learning disabilities.

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Contenuti

I Models and Theories.- 1 Learning Disabilities Theory: Issues and Advances.- Issues in the Development and Validation of Learning Disabilities Theory.- Important Elements of Learning Disabilities Theory.- Current Theories of Learning Disabilities.- References.- 2 Neuropsychological Theories Associated with Learning Disorders.- Anatomical and Behavioral Differences.- Contemporary Theories Associated with Learning Disorders.- The Promise of the Future.- References.- 3 Models and Theories: Their Influence on Research in Learning Disabilities.- Paradigm Wars in Learning Disabilities.- Research Wars in Learning Disabilities.- The Scientific Method.- The Scientific Method and Learning Disabilities: Summary and Conclusions.- References.- II Methodological Issues: Descriptive Research.- 4 The Role of Classification in Learning Disabilities.- Conceptual Issues in Classification.- Methodological Issues in Cluster Analysis.- Conclusions.- References.- 5 A Screening Test Built of Cognitive Bricks: Identification of Young LD Children.- Development of a Cognitive Screening Test: Initial Results.- Summary and Implications for Future Research.- References.- III Methodological Issues: Intervention Research.- 6 Instructional Issues in Conducting Intervention Research at the Elementary Level.- Conceptual Paradigms for Conducting Intervention Research.- Dimensions of Intervention Research.- Changing the Character of Intervention Research: A Personal Case Study.- References.- 7 Issues in Conducting Intervention Research: Secondary Students.- Problematic Designs.- Programmatic Intervention Research.- Summary.- References.- 8 Cognitive Strategy Instruction: Methodological Issues and Guidelines in Conducting Research.- Issues.- Cognitive Strategy Instruction in the Schools.- A Final Comment.- References.- IV Methodological Issues: Case Study, Qualitative, and Longitudinal.- 9 Using Single-Subject Research Methodology to Study Learning Disabilities.- Relevance to Learning Disabilities.- Developments in Design.- Generality of Findings.- Summary.- References.- 10 Qualitative Research and Learning Disabilities.- What is Qualitative Research?.- Designing a Study.- Conducting a Study.- Future Directions for Research.- References.- 11 Methodological Issues in Longitudinal Research On Learning Disabilities.- Definition, Purpose, and Design of Longitudinal Research.- The Purposes of Longitudinal Research.- Types of Longitudinal Designs.- Longitudinal Data Analysis.- Factors that Impede Longitudinal Research.- Conclusion.- References.- V Assessment and Instrumentation.- 12 Academic Assessment and Instrumentation.- The Relationship of the Measure to the Nature of the Treatment.- The Distinction between Content Coverage and Content Mastery.- Importance of the Scoring Unit to Enhance Sensitivity to Growth.- Summary Remarks.- References.- 13 The Study of Cognitive Processes in Learning Disabled Students.- Global Processes and Structures.- Cognitive Correlates.- Domain-Specific Processes.- Stage and Sequence of Processing.- Summary and Conclusion.- References.- 14 Social Assessments of Students with Learning Disabilities: Do They Measure Up?.- Peer Reports: Ratings and Nominations of Social Competence.- Observation of Social Behavior.- Social Self-Report as a Measure of Social Functioning.- References.- VI Ethical Issues.- 15 Ethical Considerations When Conducting Research with Students with Learning Disabilities.- Ethical Issues Related to the Treatment and Identification of Subjects.- Ethical Issues Related to the Beliefs and Attitudes of the Investigator.- Ethical Issues Related to Measurement.- Ethical Issues Related to Intervention.- Summary and Conclusions.- References.- 16 Ethical Issues Related to Translating Research in Learning Disabilities into Practice.- Do Researchers Have a Role to Play in Product Development? 331 The Importance of Researchers Adopting an Ethical Perspective.- Factors that Promote the Translation of Research to Practice in an Ethically Responsible Manner.- Conclusion.- References.

Dettagli dell?edizione

• Editore: Springer Nature
• Data di pubblicazione: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0387940790
• ISBN 13: 9780387940793
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Lingua: Inglese
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 351
• Redattore: Bos Candace