Research on disproportionate representation in special education has potential to influence
policy in ways that rectify educational inequities. In this study, we investigated how …

This chapter examines how studies focused on the same topic—disproportionality in special
education—can generate vastly different conclusions about its sources and causes. By …

Purpose Language is an important skill required for children to succeed in school. Higher
language skills are associated with school readiness in young children and general …

The purpose of this journal-ready dissertation was to examine the extent to which economic
status, gender, and ethnic/racial differences were present in the reading achievement of …

Latinos represent a significant percentage of the US population; yet, they continue to
experience substantial educational challenges in society. The purpose of this paper is to …

Disparities in academic performance have been found in students from underserved
districts. This is especially prevalent in students with disabilities. Technology use can help to …

Children's social and behavioral skills prior to school entry are important components of
school readiness that relate to long-term academic success. Parents and teachers, however …

Addressing the educational achievement of children with learning disabilities is an important
topic that deserves heightened attention because of the large number of kids that suffer …

A meta-analysis of thirty-five studies was undertaken to help families determine the best
qualities or strategies for improving the academic and behavioral outcomes of African …

Background: Previous research suggests that depression is associated with lower
educational attainment. However, many studies rely on questionnaire measures of …