Search for dissertations about: "learning disabilities"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 41 swedish dissertations containing the words learning disabilities.

2. 1. Language and literacy acquisition in children with developmental and learning disabilities

   Author : Tomas Tjus; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Language; literacy; communication; learning; learning disabilities; developmental disabilities; multimedia; teacher strategy;

   Abstract : This thesis describes and explores some of the learning factors involved for language and literacy acquisition for different groups of children with learning disabilities. The theoretical framework is based upon the Rare Event Learning Model that tries to specify all the transactional factors involved (cognitive, emotional and interactional) when learning takes place. READ MORE

4. 2. Inclusion in digital culture : Issues of formal education and computer games

   Author : Thomas Westin; Stockholms universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; data- och systemvetenskap; Computer and Systems Sciences;

   Abstract : Education is a human right but many pupils in Sweden, especially boys, have trouble of grading in school. Formal education exists to socialise young people in society, which today is characterised by a digital culture, where playing computer games is one of the most common youth activities. READ MORE

5. 3. Dyslexia: Relevance of Concepts, Validity of Measurements, and Cognitive Functions

   Author : Jan Alm; Lennart Melin; Håkan Nyman; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Psychology; Learning disabilities; learning disorders; specific learning difficulties; reading disability; reading disorder; WAIS-R; Psykologi; Psychology; Psykologi;

   Abstract : The thesis opens with an exposition of different uses of the term dyslexia. In that context its conceptual relevance is discussed. READ MORE

6. 4. Magnitude Processing in Developmental Dyscalculia : A Heterogeneous Learning Disability with Different Cognitive Profiles

   Author : Kenny Skagerlund; Ulf Träff; Thomas Karlsson; Bert De Smedt; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Developmental Dyscalculia; mathematical learning disabilities; number sense; Dyskalkyli; matematiksvårigheter; antalsuppfattning;

   Abstract : Developmental dyscalculia (DD) is a learning disability that is characterized by severe difficulties with acquiring age-appropriate mathematical skills that cannot be attributed to insufficient education, language skills, or motivation. The prevalence rate is estimated at 3-6%, meaning that a substantial portion of the population struggles to learn mathematics to such a large degree that it affects overall well-being and academic prospects. READ MORE

7. 5. Koka sjuda steka : ett sociokulturellt perspektiv på matlagning i hem- och konsumentkunskap på grundsärskolan

   Author : Albina Granberg; Ylva Mattsson Sydner; Viktoria Olsson; Håkan Jönsson; Högskolan Kristianstad; []
   Keywords : Home Economics; Food Culture; Cooking; Teaching; Learning; Students with intellectual disabilities.; Hem- och konsumentkunskap; matkultur; matlagning; recept; sociokulturella perspektiv; grundsärskolan; Hem- och konsumentkunskap; matkultur; matlagning; recept; sociokulturella perspektiv; grundsärskolan; Kostvetenskap; Food; Nutrition and Dietetics;

   Abstract : In Swedish schools, the subject Home Economics (HE) is the formal setting for teaching and learning about food and how to cook. All students are obliged to learn HE, but in schools for students with mild intellectual disabilities (ID) students are offered four times as much teaching in the subject than students in regular schools. READ MORE