You will learn how to select instructional strategies according to an understanding of a student’s neurocognitive profile. Dr. Naglieri will show you how to accurately identify students with specific learning disabilities (SLD) and then how to teach them more effectively. This approach is based on the definition of SLD in Federal law (IDEA), which defines the disability as a disorder in one or more of the basic psychological processes and academic failure. A processing disorder is best defined as neurocognitive abilities associated with different regions of the brain. These include complex decision making, focus and resistance to distractions, visual/verbal spatial ability and visual/verbal sequencing. By identifying the nature of the SLD, you can apply an appropriate instructional method for intervention. In this seminar, you will learn about SLD identification methods using various IQ tests, the role of RTI in treating SLD and strategies that are consistent with IDEA requirements.