Resource by Issue Archives: Transition Issues

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Project Access High School Transition Program for Students with Disabilities

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The purpose of Project Access is to improve the delivery and outcomes of postsecondary education for individuals with disabilities. Project Access is designed to significantly facilitate the transition of high school students with disabilities into postsecondary education, to increase the success rate and retention of freshman students with disabilities at Howard Community College, and to improve career counseling and job placement services for students with disabilities.

http://www.howardcc.edu/students/academic_support_services/project_access

Higher Education Opportunities for Students with Disabilities: A Primer for Policymakers

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This report focuses on the special barriers to equal educational opportunity in higher education faced by students with disabilities as they are educated in elementary and secondary schools, transition to higher education, and receive accommodations in higher education.

Http://www.transitiontocollege.net/percpubs/DisabilitiesReport2004.pdf

Individual Supports to Increase Access to an Inclusive College Experience for Students with Intellectual Disabilities

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The purpose of this online training module is to provide guidance on developing an Individual Support Model (ISM) to increase access to inclusive college experiences and to improve chances for the success of students with intellectual disabilities. An ISM approach provides students with individualized services and supports (e.g., educational coach, tutor, technology, natural supports) in college courses, certificate programs, internships, and/or degree programs.

http://www.education.umd.edu/oco/training/oco_training_modules/IndividualSupports/start.html

PERC POSTSECONDARY PROGRAM EVALUATION TOOL

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This tool provides a snapshot of the quality of existing services and provides users with a concise evaluation report. It also provides users with an itemized action plan to that can be used to address areas in need of improvement.

http://www.transitiontocollege.net/percpubs/revised_perc_eval_tool2.pdf

Pathway at UCLA Extension

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Pathway at UCLA Extension is a two-year certificate program for students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, offering a blend of educational, social, and vocational experiences, taught and supervised by experienced instructors sensitive to the individual needs of our students. On campus, Pathway students attend classes and participate with UCLA students in the many social, recreational, and cultural activities of a major university.

https://www.uclaextension.edu/pathway/r/Default.aspx

It’s My Choice

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It is hoped that the information in this guide is written in a way that is easy to understand. This was done for several reasons:

*so that people with developmental disabilities who read, can read it and use it;

*so that people who advocate for those who cannot read can explain it more easily;

*so that we can all understand.

The activities and checklists contained in this guide have been used in a variety of ways. Any of the materials can be copied or changed to meet the needs of people in your area.

http://www.mncdd.org/extra/publications/choice/Its_My_Choice.pdf

Impact: Issue on Achieving Secondary Education and Transition Results for Students with Disabilities

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What is helping students with disabilities in transitioning from school to adult life? That’s the focus of this issue of Impact. It includes articles written by researchers, community service providers, and others. This edition of Impact has nineteen articles and sidebars that explain many of the sub-topics that fit under the very large banner of “providing appropriate education for secondary students with disabilities in an era of educational reform.”

 There are eight articles that profile successful research or community programs that assist youth in transitioning into adult life. One of these explain the work of the DO-IT Program housed at the University of Washington . Using a technology-rich approach, this program combines residential summer study, computer and internet activities, and career preparation to prepare youth with disabilities for success in college.

http://ici.umn.edu/products/impact/163/163.pdf

Going to College: Expanding Opportunities for People with Disabilities

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A college education can open the door to greater participation in the workplace and community. With this urgently needed, research-based book, readers will learn what they can do to make this crucial opportunity available to young people with a wide range of disabilities.  Professionals who work in high schools and colleges — including disability service coordinators, guidance counselors, administrators, and general and special educators — will use this important resource to

  • help students make all of the necessary preparations, including selecting a college, applying, determining eligibility for services, and securing financial aid

  • create welcoming college classrooms through the use of universally designed instructional strategies, assessment methods, and accommodations and supports

  • address the specific needs of students who have psychiatric disabilities, learning disabilities and ADHD, and developmental disabilities

  • promote the important concept of self-determination to aid students in their transition to college life and professional life

  • learn students’ rights and responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act

  • help students practice for and make the transition to the working world, using resources such as internships, career centers, and business partnerships

 Filled with case studies, best practices, program guidelines, and strategies, this is a required resource for anyone who educates or coordinates services for individuals with disabilities. Readers will discover their part in helping young people gain access to a meaningful college education — one that promotes independence and responsibility, sharpens social skills, and builds a strong foundation for a successful career.

http://www.brookespublishing.com/store/books/getzel-742x/excerpt.htm