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- Title
Supporting Students with Disabilities in Postsecondary Education.
- Authors
Lindstrom, Lauren; Downey-McCarthy, Rosemarie; Kerewsky, Shoshana D.; Flannery, K. Brigid
- Abstract
A growing number of students with disabilities are enrolling in postsecondary training programs. Using case study methodology, this study documented existing barriers and supports for students with disabilities enrolled at four community colleges. Major barriers identified were (a) lack of information about college programs and services, (b) low self esteem and confidence, and (c) difficulties completing admissions procedures. Effective support services included (a) increasing initial access for enrollment, (b) offering individualized field-based experiences and accommodations, (c) making connections to additional campus services, and (d) providing ongoing progress monitoring. Implications for human services professionals and educators are discussed.
- Subjects
STUDENTS with disabilities; POSTSECONDARY education; COMMUNITY colleges; SELF-confidence in children; PROBLEM children; EDUCATORS; PROFESSIONAL employees; SCHOOL enrollment; ALTRUISM
- Publication
Human Service Education, 2009, Vol 29, Issue 1, p4
- ISSN
0890-5428
- Publication type
Article