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Greenfield, IN 46140
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Online IDEA Training Course for Parents
Take a 4-hour training course at your own pace on getting the services your child needs under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Featured Instructor Jane Strawser, parent and volunteer education advocate with the LDA of Calvert County, Maryland shares her knowledge and expertise on the IDEA law of 1997, with annotations on changes made in the newly reauthorized IDEA 2004. More

LD Basics
Overviews of several types of learning disabilities, associated processing problems and characteristics plus strategies to help at home and school.
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Early Childhood
Helpful resources for understanding the early signs of learning disabilities, early assessments and ways to help your child.
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Assessment and Evaluation Information on the process used to determine whether a child has a disability. View articles	Help with Your Child These suggestions on how to assist your child and ways to cope yourself are sure to help. View articles
Special Education These excellent resources will help you negotiate the special education process and get the best services for your child. View articles	Mental Health Tips and guidelines for preventing, identifying, and addressing mental health issues linked to learning disabilities. View articles

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Adapted from information provided by the Learning Disabilities Association of America

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