Chapter 2. Historical Perspectives
Major Phases in the Field of Learning Disabilities 1. Foundation phase: 1800 -1930 Brain Research 2. Transition phase: 1930-1960 Clinical Study of Children 3. Integration phase: 1950-1980 School Programs 4. Current phase: 1980 - present Current Directions Chapter 2. Historical Perspectives
Time Line: 4 Phases of the Field of LD
Example of Visual Perception Do you see a young woman or an old woman in this picture? Chapter 2. Historical Perspectives
Changes in Terminology 1947. Alfred Strauss 1966. Peter Clements 1963. Samuel Kirk Brain-injured child Minimal brain-dysfunction Learning disabilities Chapter 2. Historical Perspectives
Special Education Laws PL 94-142 Education for All Handicapped Children Act 1975 PL 101-476 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 1990 1990 PL 105-17 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 1997 1997