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ERIC Number: EJ370438
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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Considering Research Sense and Policy Cents in the Development of a Metatheory for Learning Disabilities.
Ellis, Edwin S.; And Others
Journal of Learning Disabilities, v21 n4 p223-26 Apr 1988
In response to H. Lee Swanson's paper, "Toward a Metatheory of Learning Disabilities," this counterpoint addresses the role of basic versus applied research, limitations of the procedure proposed by Swanson for establishing external validity and proving the metatheory, and limitations of metatheoretical research with regard to developing public funding policies. (JDD)
Descriptors: Educational Theories, Exceptional Child Research, Financial Support, Learning Disabilities, Public Policy, Research Needs, Research Problems, Research Utilization, Theory Practice Relationship
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Audience: Researchers; Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers: Metatheory; Swanson (H Lee)
Note: For related documents, see EC 202 626-633.