Chapter+5

= Learning Disabilities =

= Chapter Objectives = >
 * **Objective 5.1:** Identify the current definitions of learning disabilities and the strengths and weaknesses of these definitions.
 * **Objective 5.2:** Explain the discrepancy model and the responsiveness to intervention model of identifying students with learning disabilities.
 * **Objective 5.3:** Describe the characteristics of students with learning disabilities.
 * **Objective 5.4:** Discuss possible causes of learning disabilities.
 * **Objective 5.5:** Examine educational and instructional approaches for students with learning disabilities.
 * **Objective 5.6:** Discuss the educational placement alternatives for students with learning disabilities.