Learning Disabilities Resources

Dorothy Bedrin: TEC 912 Project 


Learning Disabilities: auditory processing, reading, writing

Writing: tools and knowledge about LD in writing

Writing Disabilities — Learning Disabitlities Association of Washington

“The words are all tangled up inside my head. I’m confused. I get tangled up in writing the words, and I stop.” — Fifth-grade girl with learning disabilities (LD) Writing is difficult. Most writers could relate to the frustration expressed by this girl.

Students with Learning Disabilities: Writing

Many students have difficulty combining the mechanics of writing with composing ideas. Here are some suggestions to help.

dysgraphia

Dysgraphia and other writing disabilities or disorders. Take the FREE online test!!

Dysgraphia: The Symptoms and Causes

dysgraphia: what it is and what it isn't

Dysgraphia and other writing disabilities or disorders. Take the FREE online test!!


Reading: tools and knowledge about LD in reading ie. dyslexia

LD OnLine :: Reading & Dyslexia

LD OnLine is the leading website on learning disabilities, learning disorders and differences. Parents and teachers of learning disabled children will find authoritative guidance on attention deficit disorder, ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, dysnomia, reading difficulties, speech and related disorders. LD OnLine works in association with Learning Disabilities Association of America, International Dyslexia Association, Council for Exceptional Children, Schwab Foundation for Learning, and the Coordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities.

Dyslexia - Reading Disorder - Clinical Psychology Associates N. C. Florida, P.A. Gainesville - Ocala

Dyslexia is learning disorder which involves reading recognition and reading comprehension and it is usually diagnosed with psychoeducational testing by psychologist such as in evaluations offered by Clinical Psychology Associates of North Central Florida, P.A. with offices in Gainesville and Ocala.

Learning Breakthrough Program

Developmental reading disorder Information on Healthline

Developmental reading disorder, also called dyslexia, is a reading disability resulting from the inability to process graphic symbols.

Being Dyslexic | Dyslexia Information, Inspiration, Advice, Support & Products

Being Dyslexic, dyslexia information, inspiration, advice, support and products. A website full of resources for all dyslexic audiences

Dyslexia

Dyslexia is a problem that makes it difficult for a kid to read. With some help and a lot of hard work, a kid who has dyslexia can learn to read and spell.

Bristol Dyslexia Centre, dyslexia teaching, dyslexia testing, spld, specific learning difficulties

Everything for dyslexics! Find local help, test yourself for dyslexia, play fun games like House of Fear and find out why dyslexics have bigger brains!


Auditory Processing Disorder: 

Auditory Processing Disorder

Auditory processing disorder (APD) is often misunderstood because it can be confused with certain learning disabilities and ADHD. Read this article to learn more about this disorder.

The Listening Program - Auditory Processing Therapy Program

Auditory processing and memory therapy program combines brain research and the latest technologies for at-home educational and self-improvement benefits.

LD OnLine :: Visual and Auditory Processing Disorders

LD OnLine is the leading website on learning disabilities, learning disorders and differences. Parents and teachers of learning disabled children will find authoritative guidance on attention deficit disorder, ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, dysnomia, reading difficulties, speech and related disorders. LD OnLine works in association with Learning Disabilities Association of America, International Dyslexia Association, Council for Exceptional Children, Schwab Foundation for Learning, and the Coordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities.


Nonverbal LD: Aspergers, dyssemia, motor coordination

NLDA - Nonverbal Learning Disorders Association

Nonverbal Learning Disorders Association ( NLDA ) is a world-wide non-profit corporation dedicated to research, education, and advocacy for nonverbal learning disorders.

Learning Disabilities: Understanding the types, symptoms, causes and diagnosis

Learn to understand the types of learning disabilities, common signs and symptoms, possible causes, and diagnosis of learning problems and disorders

Your Child | Non-verbal Learning Disability (NLD or NVLD)

Move to Learn: Learning Difficulties (LD) Movement Programs for Parents, Teachers and Children

Move to Learn is an internationally established and recognised organisation providing a range of information, services and products to enable people to overcome learning difficulties.

NLD homepage on the web

NLDline, NLD, Nonverbal learning disorder, nonverbal learning disability, nld, nvld, NVLD

Asperger: Nonverbal Learning Disorders

Symptoms of ADD - Learn the Symptoms of ADD

What are some of the symptoms of ADD? Read on to learn more about the signs and symptoms of ADD.


General LD websites: broader scope of LD

Types of Learning Disabilities

Learning Disabilities Association of California - Our Newsletter, The Gram

Learning Problems

Having a learning disability doesn't mean you can't learn. Find out more in this article for kids.

Neuroscience for Kids - Bipolar Disorder

bipolar disorder

Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorders are one of several medical conditions called depressive disorders that affect the way a person's brain functions. Find out more about bipolar disorder.

All Kinds of Minds > Start

All Kinds of Minds aspires to help students who struggle with learning measurably improve their success in school and life by providing programs that integrate educational, scientific, and clinical expertise.

NCLD - Home

The National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) works to ensure that the nation's 15 million children, adolescents and adults with learning disabilities have every opportunity to succeed in school, work and life., The National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) works to ensure that the nation's 15 million children, adolescents and adults with learning disabilities have every opportunity to succeed in school, work and life.

Learning Disabilities Podcast...with Reading Specialist Kaye McFadden

10 minute excerpt of interview. W/out Kaye's expertise, compassion and patience, my daughter would not be the confident, focused student that she has become.

Two Kid Schoolhouse: Testing and more testing

Learning Disorders - Definition, Description, Demographics, Causes and symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, Prognosis, Prevention, Parental concerns

Stuttering FAQ v.4.02


TEEN Websites: places for kids to learn about LD

LD OnLine :: Kids LD OnLine is the leading website on learning disabilities, learning disorders and differences. Parents and teachers of learning disabled children will find authoritative guidance on attention deficit disorder, ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, dysnomia, reading difficulties, speech and related disorders. LD OnLine works in association with Learning Disabilities Association of America, International Dyslexia Association, Council for Exceptional Children, Schwab Foundation for Learning, and the Coordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities. 

NCLD - For Teens The National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) works to ensure that the nation's 15 million children, adolescents and adults with learning disabilities have every opportunity to succeed in school, work and life.

OK, I Have ADHD, But Does Mom Have It Too?

How a child perceives a parent's attention deficit disorder.


ADDmirableTeens : A support/friendship group for teens with ADD/ADHD (Attention Deficit Disorder).

ADDmirableTeens: A support/friendship group for teens with ADD/ADHD (Attention Deficit Disorder).


What Is Hyperactivity?

Some kids have ADHD. This disorder makes it hard for a kid to pay attention. Find out more in this article for kids.


Classroom Strategies for LD

In Pictures: Online computer tutorials based on pictures. Free.

Strategies for Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities

Learning Disabilities - Articles and Lesson Plans

Learning Disabilities - articles and lesson plans to help educators teach students with special needs and learning disabilities

LD OnLine :: Lesson plans that include ELLs

LD OnLine is the leading website on learning disabilities, learning disorders and differences. Parents and teachers of learning disabled children will find authoritative guidance on attention deficit disorder, ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, dysnomia, reading difficulties, speech and related disorders. LD OnLine works in association with Learning Disabilities Association of America, International Dyslexia Association, Council for Exceptional Children, Schwab Foundation for Learning, and the Coordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities.

Reading Rockets : Other Sources of Reading Difficulty

Offers effective teaching strategies, activities, lessons, lesson plans, worksheets, exercises, skills, tests, assessments for reading comprehension, language arts, literacy, fluency, phonics and phonemic awareness for children, especially those with dyslexia and other reading difficulties.

How to Teach People with Dyslexia

Graphic Organizers: LD writing

AT Lab :: Classroom Devices :: Learning Disabilities: Writing

Behavioral Research&Teaching

ADD WareHouse Homepage

Leading resource for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), attention deficit disorder (ADD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), learning disabilities, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), autism, Asperger's, and related problems. ADD books, ADHD books, ADD videos, ADHD videos, Conners Rating Scale

Toolbox: Technology for Mild Disabilities

Learning Disabilities and Social Studies

Hoagies' Gifted Education Page ERIC: Learning Disabilities and Social Studies

Teaching Writing Skills to Students with Disabilities

Hoagies' Gifted Education Page ERIC: Teaching Writing Skills to Students with Disabilities

LD OnLine :: Dysgraphia Accommodations and Modifications

Susan

NCLD - Classroom Strategies

The National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) works to ensure that the nation's 15 million children, adolescents and adults with learning disabilities have every opportunity to succeed in school, work and life.

Language Processing Deficits - Adapt Instructional Materials for Language Processing Problems

Learn tips and strategies to adapt instructional materials to help students with language processing deficits.