Transition to Postsecondary Education for Students With Disabilities

Transition to Postsecondary Education for Students With Disabilities
Author: Carol Kochhar-Bryant
Publisher: Corwin Press
Total Pages: 249
Release: 2009
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1412952794

"As mandated by federal law, schools must assist students with disabilities in developing appropriate goals and transition plans for life after high school. Written for teachers and student assistance professionals, this comprehensive and practical book focuses on how the planning process can prepare students for the greater independence of postsecondary settings. Recognizing that students with disabilities have a wide range of needs, this resource discusses the transition requirements of various postsecondary options, including colleges, universities, career and technical training programs, and employment. Developed by highly regarded experts, this authoritative guide includes: the most up-to-date information on key legislation that affects transition services and the rights and responsibilities of students and professionals; advice for helping students document disabilities, develop self-advocacy skills, and seek accommodations; information about postsecondary resources on campus and in the community; students' personal stories and a look at the role of family involvement. An overview of transition considerations for middle school youth."--Publisher's website.

School to Work

School to Work
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 1994
Genre: Employment (Economic theory)
ISBN:

The Transition to Postsecondary Education

The Transition to Postsecondary Education
Author: Evans M. Onchiri
Publisher:
Total Pages: 142
Release: 2009
Genre: Learning disabled youth
ISBN:

"The past three decades has seen an increase in the number of students with learning disabilities (LD) entering postsecondary education. Unfortunately, a large percentage of these students encounter difficulties making this transition. This thesis identifies potential barriers to the transitioning to postsecondary education for students with LD. Discussion focuses on the characteristics of students with LD, disability legislation, and the significance of transition services and postsecondary education. Professional application for special and general education teachers, administrators, and school counselors is delineated, with the primary emphasis involving more varied and extensive postsecondary preparation. Suggestions include using assistive technology to develop study skills in secondary schools, and helping those with LD secure appropriate accommodations for postsecondary studies."--leaf 4.

Universal Design in Higher Education

Universal Design in Higher Education
Author: Sheryl E. Burgstahler
Publisher: Harvard Education Press
Total Pages: 369
Release: 2010-01-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1612500935

Universal Design in Higher Education looks at the design of physical and technological environments at institutions of higher education; at issues pertaining to curriculum and instruction; and at the full array of student services. Universal Design in Higher Education is a comprehensive guide for researchers and practitioners on creating fully accessible college and university programs. It is founded upon, and contributes to, theories of universal design in education that have been gaining increasingly wide attention in recent years. As greater numbers of students with disabilities attend postsecondary educational institutions, administrators have expressed increased interest in making their programs accessible to all students. This book provides both theoretical and practical guidance for schools as they work to turn this admirable goal into a reality. It addresses a comprehensive range of topics on universal design for higher education institutions, thus making a crucial contribution to the growing body of literature on special education and universal design. This book will be of unique value to university and college administrators, and to special education researchers, practitioners, and activists.