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This research aims to explore how different states in the U.S. define learning disabilities and to create a framework for analysis.

Definitions of Learning Disabilities Used in the United States

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Survey examines state definitions of learning disabilities, revealing trends and operationalization methods.

This research aims to explore how different states in the U.S. define learning disabilities and to create a framework for analysis.
Survey of 42 state departments of education on definitions of learning disabilities.
Analysis using a conceptual framework with 15 components to categorize definitions.
Discussion focused on the operationalization of LD definitions in Washington and Florida.
Identified trends and variations in state definitions of learning disabilities.
Highlighted the analytical approaches taken by Washington and Florida.
Recommended the use of a conceptual framework and an exploration of behavior-environment relationships to improve LD definitions.

Mercer et al. (1976) studied this question.

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