Other tests may be used to assess perception, cognition, memory, and language abilities. Current academic skills are judged by achievement tests. Both IQ and achievement tests help to clarify discrepancies between potential and actual ability. There are also specific tests that help to uncover learning disabilities. A speech pathologist, occupational therapist, or otherprofessional may contribute further information, as can parents.
Special education is the treatment of choice for learning disabilities in school.
This plan is revised every year to take into account each eligible student's present skills and learning disabilities and abilities. The specific instruction students receive will vary depending upon their needs and capabilities. Some students attend special education classes full time. Others spend most of their time in a regular class and go to are source room for part of each day, or spend most of the day in special education and the restin a regular class. The regular classroom teacher must build on the child's strengths while helping to compensate for weaknesses.