Postsecondary Education Options for Students with Intellectual Disabilities

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Article Publication Date: 
8/12/2006
Summary: 
Being part of campus life, taking classes, and learning to navigate a world of high expectations develops the skills needed for successful adult life. This brief presents: definitions of "postsecondary education" and "intellectual disability"; an overview of education options; research findings on education options and outcomes; recommendations for improving access; and a bibliography with a list of websites.
Article Author: 
Hart, Deborah; Grigal, Meg; Sax, Caren; Martinez, Donna; Will, Madeleine
Sources: 
Institute for Community Inclusion
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N/A
Keywords: 
Community Inclusion
Research to Practice; IDEA; Individuals with Disabilities Education Act; VR; Plans for Achieving Self-Support; PSE; Postsecondary Education Models; Plans for Achieving Self-Support; PASS Plans

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Deborah Hart
Educational Coordinator
UMass Boston Institute for Community Inclusion
debra.hart@umb.edu
Phone: 
617-287-4341

Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/51937