Specific learning disability means a disorder in one or more of the basic psychological processes involved in understanding or in using language spoken or written, that may manifest itself in the imperfect ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell, or do mathematical calculations.
To learn more about specific learning disabilities, you can check out the links and resources below.
Specific Learning Disability – Fact Sheet (2023)
This document provides a concise overview of specific learning disabilities, including the federal definition, descriptions, incidence, possible signs and characteristics, teaching tips and instructional strategies for parents and teachers, and links to other resources.
Specific Learning Disabilities: Evaluation and Eligibility Guidance for West Virginia Schools (2023)
This document provides educators, administrators, and families with information regarding the identification and education of students with specific learning disabilities (SLD). However, individuals who serve as members of Student Assistance Teams (SAT), Multidisciplinary Evaluation Teams (MDET), Eligibility Committees (EC), and Individualized Education Program (IEP) Teams are the primary audience for this document.
Resources for Evaluators and Diagnosticians
- SLD Exclusion Factors Guidance
- Two-Point Rate of Improvement and Gap Analysis Worksheet
- Dyslexia/SLD-Reading: Possible Evaluation Components
- Dyscalculia/SLD-Math: Possible Evaluation Components
- Dysgraphia/SLD-Writing: Possible Evaluation Components
- Process for Substantiating an SLD Using WVTSS & PSW
Dyslexia Fact Sheet
This document briefly overviews dyslexia, including its definition, screening procedures, intervention, and diagnosis.
Dyscalculia Fact Sheet
This document briefly overviews dyscalculia, including its definition, screening procedures, intervention, and diagnosis.