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Kavale, Kenneth A.; Forness, Steven R. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1987
Critically evaluates recent research aimed at empirical identification of homogeneous subtypes of learning disability. It is suggested that researchers strive for more commonality in the methods and measures used for subtype analysis leading to a single classification scheme to reduce heterogeneity and improve educational efforts. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Classification, Cluster Analysis, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Disabilities
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Kavale, Kenneth A. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1988
This paper affirms H. Lee Swanson's views in "Toward a Metatheroy of Learning Disabilities" and elaborates upon the role of basic research in learning disabilities. An alternative perspective on the nature of applied research is described that views applied research as theoretically driven research aimed at practical matters. (JDD)
Descriptors: Educational Theories, Epistemology, Exceptional Child Research, Learning Disabilities
Kavale, Kenneth A. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2005
Responsiveness to intervention (RTI) is being proposed as an alternative model for making decisions about the presence or absence of specific learning disability. I argue that there are many questions about RTI that remain unanswered, and radical changes in proposed regulations are not warranted at this time. Many fundamental issues related to RTI…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Psychometrics, Intervention, Learning Disabilities