A preliminary comparison of successful and nonsuccessful closure types among adults with specific learning disabilities in the vocational rehabilitation system

Journal of Rehabilitation, Jan-March, 1996 by Mardis D. Dunham, James R. Koller, David E. McIntosh

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Acknowledgements

Appreciation is extended to Dr. Don Gann, Commissioner of the Missouri Division of Vocational Rehabilitation for his fireless support and encouragement on behalf of those clients served with SLD.

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