{"product_id":"9781557667427","title":"Going to College: Expanding Opportunities for People with Disabilities","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 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\u0026amp;mash;including disability service coordinators, guidance counselors, administrators, and general and special educators—will use this important resource to \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehelp students make all of the necessary preparations, including selecting a college, applying, determining eligibility for services, and securing financial aid \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecreate welcoming college classrooms through the use of universally designed instructional strategies, assessment methods, and accommodations and supports \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaddress the specific needs of students who have psychiatric disabilities, learning disabilities and ADHD, and developmental disabilities \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epromote the important concept of self-determination to aid students in their transition to college life and professional life \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elearn students' rights and responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehelp students practice for and make the transition to the working world, using resources such as internships, career centers, and business partnerships \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFilled 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%mdash;one that promotes independence and responsibility, sharpens social skills, and builds a strong foundation for a successful career. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brookes, Paul H. Publishing Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47047608008944,"sku":"9781557667427","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781557667427_p0.jpg?v=1763758734","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781557667427","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}