Kavale has described several theoretical objections to the model of severe discrepancy in determining the existence of learning disabilities. Although acknowledging the difficulties, this response describes several advantages of discrepancy considerations. Finally, a model that emphasizes the role of the learning disabilities teacher in diagnosing and remediating specific learning disabilities is described.
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