Learning Disabilities Association of America

Some professionals are once again suggesting that specific learning disabilities (SLD) is no longer a useful construct and perhaps should be replaced or even eliminated altogether. he purpose of ...

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We are always on the lookout for the next great LDA Podcast guest. If you know, or are that person, then please submit the form below so we can contact you with…

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Tell us about yourself! I am a single mom of 3 and a grandparent of 3. I have worked in Special Education for the past 25 years. I have taught…

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Tell us about yourself! I’m a research professional with expertise in research study design, implementation, and analysis. My background in public health communications and research, coupled wi...

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Elizabeth Hamblet is the author of 7 Steps to College Success: A Pathway For Students with Disabilities, and is a college learning disabilities specialist. Elizabeth is an LDA member to…

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Thanks to the generosity, dedication, and advocacy of our LDA Community we have achieved significant accomplishments in 2023, and we are excited to share some of the milestones we’ve reached…

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This prestigious award honors and recognizes an adult with learning disabilities who has shown a strong dedication and commitment to advancing the issues of adults with learning disabilities. Har...

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Each year LDA of America selects an outstanding educator to receive the Sam Kirk Educator of the Year Award. This is an opportunity to give educators a well-deserved “thank you”…

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Tell us about yourself! I’m Jennifer Strong, born and raised in a quaint Alaskan fishing village. Despite my Alaskan roots, my parents originally came from California. My upbringing was deeply�...

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Tell us about yourself! I am a retired business executive and am currently the President of the Learning Disabilities Association of Virginia. I went to college at SUNY Cortland NY and…

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