Professional and Organizational Development Network in Higher Education
Date of this Version
2003
Document Type
Article
Citation
To Improve the Academy: A Journal of Educational Development (2003) 21; doi: 10.3998/tia.17063888.0021.012
Abstract
Faculty members play an important role in making academic programs accessible to postsecondary students with disabilities. However, instructors do not always possess the knowledge, experiences, and attitudes that result in the most inclusive environment for these students. A literature review was conducted to explore what faculty members need to know about accommodating students with disabilities in their courses and how they can best gain this knowledge. These results were used to develop a comprehemive set of training options that can be used with postsecondary instructors nationwide. The content of these options focuses on legal issues, accommodation strategies, and resources. Modes of instruction include on-site training, printed materials, distance learning, web-based self-paced instruction, and video presentations.
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Comments
License: CC BY-NC-ND