Full Description
Sharing the personal stories of individuals with disabilities who describe both the challenges and successes of their time in higher education, and with a major section on the findings of broad ranging research into the experiences of such students, the book explores the current situation, what works, and how things can be improved.
"You are not college material" or "you don't belong in college" are comments frequently heard by students with disabilities. Despite this, college education is now an expected part of the transition to adulthood for many individuals with disabilities. The book includes practical advice to encourage self-advocacy in students with disabilities, and to support the professionals who are facing the challenges alongside them.
Covering cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, and much more, this is vital reading for parents, individuals with disabilities, school teachers, college professors, and professionals working with adults with disabilities.
Contents
1. Introduction. Pavan John Antony and Stephen M. Shore. 2. Experiences of Individuals with Cerebral Palsy. Pavan John Antony. 3. Experiences of Individuals with Autism in Higher Education. Stephen M. Shore. 4. Experiences of Individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Francine Conway, Kelsey McLaughlin, Chanelle Tyler Best, and Sonia Minutella. 5. Experiences of Individuals with Intellectual Disability. Karleen M. Haines. 6 Experiences of Individuals with Learning Disability. Anita W. Frey. 7. The Myth of Equal Opportunity: A Personal Perspective. Ehrin McHenry. 8. Bridging the Gap between High School and College. Mitchell Nagler, Diana Damilatis, Ehrin McHenry and Alyssa L. Conigliaro. 9. Struggling with Disability and Dealing with Family. Melissa Mooney. 10. The Oops Baby. Dena L. Gassner, MSW. 11. Best Decision Ever. Patrick Kelty. 12. College Dreams. Kerry Magro. 13. Conclusion. Pavan John Antony and Stephen M. Shore.
