similarities and differences between an intellectual disability, a developmental delay,

Posted on May 4, 2021

This assignment has two parts, which will be submitted in one document.

Part 1: Discuss the evaluation process for students suspected of possessing an intellectual disability to include: 1) What areas would be assessed? 2) What potential assessments would be administered? 3) Why and how can alternative assessments be utilized? 4) Who would administer these assessments? 5) Who would you obtain information about the referred student? 6) Why is it important for validity purposes to administer various types of assessments?

Part 2: Discuss the similarities and differences between an intellectual disability, a developmental delay, and a specific learning disability. How might the assessments vary within the evaluation process for each of these conditions?

Length: 4-6 pages, not including title and reference page

References: Minimum of two scholarly journal references

Your paper should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards.

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