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Aquinas
College Hosts Training; New Student Chapter of LDA of Michigan
LDA Joins Facebook
As the world adapts to new forms of communication, so will LDA. We
are thrilled to join you on Facebook! If you aren’t familiar with
Facebook, go to www.facebook.com
and sign up now! You can find us by searching for Learning
Disabilities Association of America. LDA now has a Cause page and a
Fan page. Please help us spread the word by joining both! It is also
a great way to connect with individuals you meet at Conference or
others who may have walked in your shoes at one time. Please don’t
forget to send invitations to all your friends!
LDA of Michigan's 2000-2001
Strategic Plan Summary
Definition of Learning Disabilities (LD)
A neurological based processing disorder characterized by differences
in brain structure and learning functions (Learning disabilities are
not learning differences).
Purpose
To advance the general well being for individuals with and the
education and knowledge of learning disabilities.
Mission Statement
To enhance the quality of life for all individuals with learning
disabilities and their families through advocacy, education,
training, service and support of research
Vision Statement
The causes of learning disabilities will be understood and addressed
and the individuals with learning disabilities will thrive and
participate fully in society.
Initiatives & Goals
Priority Goal, Year 2001-2002
Help students with learning disabilities take charge of their lives
in their early teens.
Other Goals
1. Training and education initiatives for pre K-12 parents, students,
& educators:
a. Basic - how to recognize/diagnose and develop strategies/remediate
learning disabilities.
b. Knowledge dissemination – train local advocates and trainers about
LD information, resources, laws, etc.
c. Student self-advocacy initiative that utilizes students to train
students.
2. Public affairs initiative – a program of educating policy makers
and the public/media.
3. Post secondary initiative – a program that encourages LD
curriculum as part of the education degree.
4. Workplace/Adult Initiative - how to identify LD; LD rights; where
to get diagnosis and treatment and how to make accommodations in the
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