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Learning Disabilities Association of California
This organization is made up of parents, teachers, and other professionals to help promote understanding of and resources for people with learning disabilities. It provides definitions, symptoms, and access to books about this children.
Purdue University
Pu: Reducing Barriers for Farmers With Disabilities
This site contains information on a program to assist persons with disabilities in adapting to careers in agriculture.
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U.s. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: Americans With Disabilities Act
This U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission site contains general information on the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Us Department of Justice: Americans With Disabilities Act
The official homepage for the Americans with Disabilities Act provides information on standards for accessible design, business connections, public transportation, housing, labor, and stories on how communities have improved civic access.
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W3 C: Making Content Usable for People With Cognitive and Learning Disabilities
This document is for people who make Web content (Web pages) and Web applications. It gives advice on how to make content usable for people with learning and cognitive disabilities. The Table of Contents can be accessed by clicking an...
University of Michigan
University of Michigan Health System: What Are Learning Disabilities (Ld)?
The University of Michigan has and extremely thorough article posted on this site offering comprehensive information on learning disabilities. Measures that parents can take are also available on this site.
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National Center for Learning Disabilities: Transitioning to Life After...school
Tips for students with disabilities for succeeding in college or the workplace after high school.
AdLit
Ad lit.org: Transitioning Students With Disabilities to Higher Education
How can you help high school students get ready for post-secondary education? Review these recommendations from the Department of Education and find out how to help students understand their disabilities, explain their disabilities to...
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Nichcy Publications: Disability Information
Here are fact sheets on disabilities, available in text or PDF, English or Spanish. Each offers characteristics of the disability, tips for teachers and parents, and lists of related resources.
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Nichcy Publications: Disability Information
Here are fact sheets on disabilities, available in text or PDF, English or Spanish. Each offers characteristics of the disability, tips for teachers and parents, and lists of related resources.
AdLit
Ad lit.org: October Is Learning Disabilities Month
October was designated LD Month in 1985 through a proclamation by President Ronald Reagan. Each year the celebration is used to educate the public about learning disabilities.
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Disabled World: Famous People With Disabilities
This site offers a list of well-known people with a disability or mental condition who have overcome their barriers to achieve and contribute to society. Divided by disability category and include actors, world leaders, singers, and...
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Parenting Post Secondary Students With Disabilities
An article explaining the importance of parental support and guidance for post-secondary students with disabilities. Parents have the opportunity to play a vital role in their child's post-secondary development, through being a mentor or...
University of Washington
Uw: Disabilities, Opportunities and Technology
The DO-IT Center serves to increase the success of people with disabilities and promotes the use of accessible information technology and universal design. Search the pages for content tailored to your needs.
Read Works
Read Works: School Bus Strike Hurt Kids With Disabilities Most
[Free Registration/Login Required] A literary text about the effects of a four-week school bus drivers' strike in New York City. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Ndi: Building a Better Economic Future for Americans With Disabilities
A website operated by an organization that strives for people with disabilities have equal opportunity to gain financial security and independence. Website includes their strategic plan as well as resources that include document,...
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Ragged Edge Magazine Online
An online magazine for the disabled American. Provides commentary on current issues facing American with disabilities.
American Institutes for Research
Center on Response to Intervention: Sld Eligibility: New Regulations
This 2006 PDF brief describes the 2004 amendments to the IDEA, which provide significant changes in the determination of specific learning disability (SLD) eligibility. It was written by Perry A. Zirkel and released by the National...
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Eric: The Warning Signs of Learning Disabilities
When a child is slow to learn new information it can often trouble a parent. What are the signs of a learning disability? What can a parent do to help correct these problems? This site reviews this information.
LD Online
Ld Online: What Is a Learning Disability?
Provided is a detailed explanation of learning disabilities, and descriptions of different types of learning disabilities. A useful overview of learning disabilities.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Americans With Disabilities Act
An overview with detailed facts about the provisions of the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act that was enacted to protect the civil rights of individuals with disabilities.
AdLit
Ad lit.org: 5 Homework Strategies for Teaching Students With Learning Disabilities
Many students with learning or reading disabilities find homework challenging. Here are five research-based strategies that teachers can use to help students.
Mental Health America
Mental Health America: Mental Health Info: Learning Disabilities
Complete health information on a variety of topics dealing with learning disabilities.
AdLit
Ad lit.org: Having Your Child Tested for Learning Disabilities Outside of School
Children who struggle with reading often need extra help. This help usually comes from the school, but some parents choose to look outside the school for professionals who can assess, diagnose, tutor, or provide other education services....
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