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How to Write a College Essay When You Have Learning Differences

Should You Address Your Learning Difference in Your Common App Essay?

It’s a valid question! But in the end, the answer is probably not.

Your personal statement is your chance to speak to admissions officers in your own voice. It should focus on your strengths, background, or goals. We understand why writing about your learning difference might be important to you. But does it define you?

Try to brainstorm a few other ideas before you make your final decision. Is your learning difference the one thing that you want admissions to remember about you? What else drives, motivates, or inspires you? We bet you’ve got a secret skill or passion, too!

Maybe you will decide that your learning disability* is so important for admissions to know that you want to write 650 words about it. Then you have to make another decision…

Should You Write A Personal Statement or Additional Information Essay about Your Learning Difference?

If you want admissions officers to know about your learning disability, you don’t have to write about it in your personal statement. You can write an additional information essay instead. This is an optional essay that you can add to your Common App.

The additional information prompt reads: “Please provide an answer below if you wish to provide details of circumstances or qualifications not reflected in the application. You may enter up to 650 words.”

The additional information essay is the perfect space to explain personal difficulties like:

• learning differences
• low grades or test scores
• special accommodations like extra time on exams
• disciplinary issues

If your learning difference hasn’t had a negative effect on your life, we suggest skipping the additional information section.

If you choose to write an additional information essay, you won’t have to choose between writing about your learning disability* or a different topic. You can save your personal statement for a more unique topic. Maybe your knack for knitting sweaters for penguins , love for Papa John’s pizza , or deep knowledge of Costco !

What If You Really Want to Write Your Personal Statement about Your Learning Difference?

As we have said, you should only write your personal statement about your learning difference if you absolutely can’t think of another topic! But at the end of the day, it’s your choice.

If you decide to write about your learning difference, then the Common Application’s Prompt 2 is a great option to back your essay into.

That prompt reads: “The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?”

This prompt asks for a story about resilience, which is exactly how we think you should write about your learning difference.

How Should You Address Your Learning Difference in a College Essay?

If you decide to write about the learning disability* in your application (preferably the additional information section), you should tell a story of success. Write about a struggle you overcame.

You don’t want your essay to present you as a victim. You also don’t want admissions officers to question your ability to keep up with college-level work. So do not dwell on your struggles or setbacks. Instead, celebrate your solutions and achievements!

A few questions to think about as you write your essay:

• How do you make lemonade out of the lemons that life has given you?
• How has your learning disability* affected the way you understand the world?
• How has overcoming your challenge made your more confident or assertive?

Whatever you write about your dyslexia, ADD, or LPD, we would recommend getting a second opinion before you submit your application. Ask a trusted friend, family member, teacher, or essay expert for honest feedback. At the end of the day, it is most important to tell a story that shows who you really are!

*You might have noticed that we used the terms “learning difference” and “learning disability” interchangeably in this article. The reason we did so is because the Federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) doesn’t count learning differences or learning challenges as disabilities. In order to receive support, services, and equal access to employment, people need to be classified as having a Specific Learning Disability (SLD). More information on this here.

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How I owned it: 3 college application essays

By The Understood Team

Many students (and families) wonder if it’s a good idea to disclose their learning and thinking differences in their college application essay.

Whether to disclose is a personal decision. But for these three students, all mentors with Understood founding partner Eye to Eye , it was a positive move. Here are portions of their essays, and their thoughts on how the process of writing about their differences changed how they see themselves and their challenges.

1. Brittain Peterson, senior at University of Denver

Like most people with dyslexia , I have had the inevitable moment of feeling powerless and unintelligent. But I have also had the positive moments of feeling successful and capable.

Compassionate teachers made the reward of being successful so much greater that I came to love school, while the unaccommodating teachers showed me the importance of advocating for myself. My learning difference also taught me to embrace differences in others. Because I have learned to find my own strengths in unconventional places, I have learned the importance of doing the same for others.

Currently, the most challenging part of dyslexia is overcoming the logistics: scheduling extended time for tests, arranging computer access for in-class essays, planning ahead to source books on tape when necessary. I know that I will have to navigate the logistics of college just as I have navigated the logistics of high school.

But, now it won’t be a question of whether I can do it, just of how.

“I think writing my application essay boosted my confidence. It reminded me that dyslexia didn’t define me, but that it described me. It helped me grasp the idea that my dyslexia had taught me a great deal. It also forced me to picture how I would use accommodations in college , which allowed me to picture myself in college.

My essay also helped me to choose which college to attend . I wanted college to be a place to enjoy learning and not be frustrated with it.”

2. Scott Thourson, bioengineering PhD candidate at Georgia Institute of Technology

In college, at age 19, I was diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In grade school, my intelligence was masked by my low reading comprehension. I neither fit in with the top students (I could not read) nor with the bottom students (I excelled in mathematics).

Firing spitball guns, among other mischief, was my way of protecting my self-esteem and allowing me to focus on coping with my learning differences in school.

When I was 12 years old, my mother gave me an Electronics Learning Lab. I observed that when I could apply knowledge from my electronics projects to new concepts in school, I overcame my ADHD and enhanced my academic performance.

“One of my mentors told me to always be thinking about my life as a coherent story that can explain and tie together everything I have ever done. Making lists, writing journal entries, creating mind maps, or any way of organizing thoughts and ideas can help bring that story to light.

I chose to disclose my ADHD because I was finally proud and confident in my story. I’m a very open person, so I was already comfortable with putting it out there. What made me feel good was how I put it out there. Having enough confidence in my accomplishments and coherence in my story made me feel a lot better about being me and having ADHD.

I wasn’t nervous about what the reviewers might have thought; I was excited. This was definitely a turning point in my life. It wasn’t until this point that I actually started thinking that I was smart.”

3. Carolyn Todd, sophomore at McGill University

Dyslexia is both a blessing and a curse. I struggle every day, working twice as hard as other students. I get stereotyped as stupid by people who do not understand what it means to have a learning difference. However, I refuse to give up. I have learned the importance of standing up for myself and others.

Being dyslexic makes me able to look at the world and see the amazing potential that exists in diversity. Dyslexia has given me the tools to see the beauty in difference and the passion to change the way we define intelligence.

I want to show the world what I see.

“I chose to disclose in my essay because I believe it’s important to raise awareness about different learners. I’ve noticed that topics of disabilities and mental illness are quite taboo. Not enough people take the time to become educated on what they are and can make false assumptions on how they affect someone. I thought that I could, in a small part, help the movement of trying to change this.

Disclosing in my essay felt empowering. Growing up I had learned to hide my dyslexia, and it felt good to be able to embrace the positivities associated with it and share that with others.

It changed the way I saw myself because it gave me more confidence and helped to reinforce the truth that having a disability doesn’t make you any less ‘smart’ or capable.”

Hear from six students in the Eye to Eye mentoring network on the accommodations that helped them succeed in college .

Read how self-advocacy helped a college student with dyscalculia fight for her accommodations.

Find out how another student uses dictation technology to handle college writing.

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Guest Blog: How to Effectively Write About a Disability in a College Essay

Diane Diamantis June 13, 2016 Blog Posts , Non-Profit

Today we are pleased to feature a guest blog by Shirag Shemmassian, Ph.D. We met Dr. Shemmassian at the 2016 national conference of the Tourette Association of America. His work as a consultant helping students with disabilities fits well with our goal of helping college students who have Tourette Syndrome. Here, he covers a topic that can benefit students with all types of disabilities. We hope you find it useful!

–Dollars 4 Tic Scholars

How to Effectively Write about a Disability in a College Essay

by Shirag Shemmassian, Ph.D.

Parents often ask me whether their student’s college admissions chances will be hurt if they discuss a disability in their college essay.

The answer is a resounding “No.” In fact, disclosing a disability in a college essay or elsewhere on a college application can help your student gain admission to their dream school .

Colleges aim to recruit a diverse student body, and disability is seen as one form of diversity. Disclosing a disability can provide admissions committee members with the proper context in which to evaluate your student’s academic and personal achievements.

Nevertheless, I am a firm believer that there is no such thing as a good or bad college essay topic, only strong or poor execution . Therefore, merely disclosing a disability won’t be enough to get your student into great colleges. They will have to go a step further and discuss specifically how their disability makes them them .

So, how can your student produce a standout essay about their disability? Following the dos and don’ts listed below will help your student avoid common mistakes and wow admissions committees the nation over.

• Don’t write a story with the intention to make the admissions committee feel bad for you. Do write a story that demonstrates your unique qualities and how you will be a good fit with a particular school.

Every time an admissions committee member reads a college essay, the question in the back of their mind is: “Will this applicant be a good fit at our school?” The best way for your student to demonstrate fit with a college is to tell a compelling story that conveys their positive traits, such as grit, resilience, and optimism. On the other hand, telling a story that exclusively highlights the challenges your student faced with their disability will unfortunately lead the reader to doubt whether they will be able to handle the rigors associated with college life.

• Don’t simply write about how you dealt with your disability. Do communicate how working through your disability has transformed you or helped you grow.

Your student’s disability, and the way they have dealt with it, have likely contributed significantly to their identity development. Admissions committees want to know how your student’s experiences with their disability has shaped them into the wonderful person they are today. For example, overcoming the teasing and self-advocating for my educational rights associated with my Tourette Syndrome diagnosis has helped me embrace the fact I am just as capable as anyone else and to help others do the same. How has your student been transformed positively because of their disability experiences?

• Don’t present yourself as someone who has overcome every issue related to your disability. Do present yourself as someone who makes the most of every difficult situation you face.

Your student’s disability may impact their friendships, schoolwork, and relationships with family members. And while your student is likely an incredibly resilient individual who has overcome multiple barriers at school, at home, and in the community, they inevitably continue to face challenges due to their disability or otherwise. Therefore, your student’s goal for their college essay should be to authentically discuss their responses to life’s challenges, regardless of whether or not they have figured everything out. I mean, which of us has?

Final Thoughts

Your student should not shy away from discussing their disability when completing their college applications. Doing so may help them present a side of themselves that is likely a major part of the person they uniquely are. Nevertheless, there are multiple fine lines your student must straddle when discussing their disability to come across as authentic and resilient, and to demonstrate fit with their dream schools.

Dr. Shemmassian channeled his passion for empowering families to found Shemmassian Academic Consulting , through which he helps students with disabilities get into America’s top colleges. His work has been featured on television, conferences, and various blogs and podcasts. You can receive Dr. Shemmassian’s top 10 college admissions secrets for free to help your student get into their dream school—without the stress—by clicking here .

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Learning Disability On College Essay?

Hello everyone, recently I’ve been considering writing about my learning disabilities (ADHD and Anxiety) on my application essays. Let me make it very clear that I would not use the LD as a crutch to explain weakspots on my application. Instead, I would explain how my LD was an inherent obstacle that I had to overcome, and through developing coping skills/strategies, I was able to achieve much success as indicated by my high gpa and 1550/1600 on the sat. Thoughts on this idea?

Explaining how you developed academic skills and knowledge in the context of a learning disability is a worthy topic, but NOT for college admission essays. You have legal rights as a person with a disability that offer protections such as not factoring disability into the admissions decision. You have experience learning in high school and have no reason to think you will have problems in college. Admits are expected to do well in college, but some might worry about you academically or be concerned about the cost of accommodations. These concerns would not be voiced because of contaminating the application decision, but some may worry about how well you will do. You may get denial votes and will never know. Don’t put yourself into an awkward position by disclosing disability when it is irrelevant to admissions! You will be admitted or denied on the basis of the credentials you submit. Let your profile speak for you without potentially complicating admissions by disclosure of disability!

Your topic itself is very good and will improve when you are in experience about learning in college and how that differs from high school. Never disclose disability until you are admitted! After you accept, contact the disability office about how to receive accommodations, if necessary. Stay quiet about disability until you have formal notification of admission.

Don’t do it. Essays are to make you look unique and interesting. Honestly, dealing with anxiety and ADHD are a dime a dozen.

I agree…my daughter has anxiety and ADHD…plus not so great grades…while we are not quite at the application stage we are discussing options and there is a key learning disability that she also has…poor working memory/working memory deficiency. If all she had were anxiety/ADHD but she still had a high GPA and SAT scores (as CosmicStorm appears to have) I would NOT disclose the anxiety/ADHD. However, since my daughter who has had private tutoring nearly all her life for math but still had to withdraw fail from Algebra 2…and struggles still with all classes so that she will likely end up with a 3.0-3.4 GPA (her PSAT score was 960/1600)…we feel that disclosing her working memory deficiency LD will provide clarity as to why her stats are so low. That being said, we plan to disclose it in the app but not have it be the topic of her essay necessarily. I’m assuming there is somewhere on the app (other than essay) where she could disclose it.

I would not do it. Don’t take the prompt so literally. Focus on a topic that makes you someone they would like to have on campus.

Agreeing with @intparent : overcoming x obstacle essays are exceptionally hard to do well when you are still so close to it- and many, many students try.

Agree with above. Do not disclose that your daughter has a deficit in working memory! Do her stats meet the requirements of schools to which she is applying? If not, expect her applications to be denied. Major tutoring to help her maintain her high school gpa does not make it more acceptable to ACs. Who will provide her with at least the same level of tutoring she receives now to maintain grades. Colleges offer short term tutoring, but nothing as extensive as your child receives. Disability services do not provide tutoring legally or practically because admits are expected to be fully qualified for admissions and require accommodations only be for functional limitations. Accommodations do not prop up students who are academically deficient. Sliding information into the application does not make it acceptable. A deficit in working memory in not something she can evade. Your daughter needs focused remediation on her working memory deficit before she can securely enter college.

If a earning disability is to be mentioned at all it should be mentioned by the guidance counselors no his/her letter of rec.

You can write about this briefly in the supplementary essay that helps adcoms know about you beyond what is already in the application. Your transcript will show your successes. That might be a better way- and then use the main essay for another topic.

There is nothing wrong with disclosing and it will not affect the decision one way or the other, most likely …but it is true that this is not an original topic, not at all. However, if done in a heartfelt, likable manner it might work. It is commendable that you do not have to use this to explain bad grades but instead to highlight good grades and hard work in the light of a disability.

I’m a rising senior and I’m surprised by the advice to not disclose LD’s in the Common App essay. I have asked both the college counselor at my school, as well as a university admissions counselor (the parent of a friend). Both said that revealing it myself, in my main essay, is not a bad idea so long as I don’t use it as an excuse. My college counselor said that it would help explain my slightly lower gpa as compared to my test scores and difficulty of my classes. My mom thinks that if a college wouldn’t accept me because of this, then it really wasn’t the best fit college. I kind of agree with that. I’m not trying to get into super reach colleges. I really am focused on schools where I would be happy and could get the few necessary supports I need.

I do agree with @compmom , it is not an original essay. But most are not. But sometimes I don’t think those without LD’s fully understand the impact on the lives of those that have them. Admissions people have likely read a lot of these essays. But doing well despite these issues shows strength, determination and grit. I really feel like a significant part of me is this challenge. My job has been student for 12 years, and I have given every ounce of myself to be the best one I can be, and in a system that is set up for the success of a different type of learner. Reading this thread is discouraging esp. since I wrote about this topic.

you say you have a high gpa and good test scores so why don’t you let your grades speak for themselves? It will be really inspiring later on when people find out what you’ve been through.

^Actually, I said I had a slightly lower gpa.

Since you feel this is an important part of your story, go ahead and write it. Honestly, any topic works if it is done well. I know someone who got into a dream school writing about blueberry muffins.

Again, you have a few options for dealing with this. You can write a supplementary essay, the one where the application asks if there is anything else you want to let them know about you. And your guidance counselor can write about it, with your permission- as can teachers writing recommendations. Or, you can write about it.

The only reason to be cautious is you want to think about whether or not your LD defines you. It takes a lot of work and grit to deal with, so those qualities do define you. If dealing with your LD is the best way to show who you are, go for it.

You will not be penalized for mentioning having an LD. Colleges do not discriminate. They go by your performance, your character, your ability to contribute…and admissions knows that many kids with challenges can do well.

Accommodations will not be at the same level as high school: a different lower standard has to be met. So keep that in mind in choosing schools… And definitely register with the Office for Disabilities once admitted.

If you want to share it but not have it part of your essay you can put something in the additional information section. However, you must keep it short (a sentence or two) and sweet. The additional information section is not an opportunity to write a second essay. Admissions officers are swamped and are absolutely not looking for extra essays to read. Alternatively you can ask your guidance counselor or a teacher to note in in a recommendation.

Ilovemydog21…take this or leave it…

I think you need to understand that legally college counselors have to say that a LD will not affect an application. It’s just like when you go for a job interview and there is already another candidate who has a connection and will get the job. The interviewer is never going to say, “we are required to interview three people but the job is already going to candidate #1 .” It’s illegal to say anything other than, “all candidates have an equal opportunity for the job.”

Your mother’s words are beautiful but please remember she is looking at the situation through the eyes of a mom who loves you. The world doesn’t work like that. It isn’t fair. At times you have to fight and claw your way to what you can do and deserve. Nobody is going to understand or help. That’s the way it works sometimes.

I think the college counselor at your school is seriously misguided. IMO, don’t ever disclose anything on a college application that would give reason for an admissions officer to choose another applicant. Once you get there as a student there will be an office of disability and by law they are required to give you all of your accommodations. Some schools are more friendly than others to accepting students with disability. Good luck.

Essay does not equal Confession.

An essay should show what makes you unique. It should show off your accomplishments.

^^This. Keep your eye on the objective of the essay.

A learning disability is not a good essay topic. If you disclose disability as an explanation for a somewhat lower gpa, you are raising red flags about your ability to withstand the academic rigors of college. You can seek accommodations from disability services after acceptance, but disclosing LD during admissions means abandoning protections granted to persons with disabilities. If your credentials are good enough to meet admission requirements there is no need to disclose. If your application does not meet admissions standards, disclosing LD wont help.

You can write about anything if you want but your essay should be personal, unique and interesting. Adhd is just personal. Now if you make your essay also unique and interesting with it then yes. Just pursue this site and you will see lots of kids asking the exact question. Adcoms will see this is a more common essay. Adhd makes kids hyper focus and makes them think out of the box… These are totally positive attributes. Many top ceo of Fortune 500 companies have Adhd… So maybe a spin on it would be different.

Just remember the Adcoms read a lot of essays… How many do you think they read from kids over coming an illness, Adhd, going on vacation and volunteering at a village, doing habitat for humanity projects etc. Doesn’t mean you can’t write about these but trying to write about something different about yourself might just be more interesting. You can always bring up the disability that you overcame but it’s a more subtle way and still get your point across and not have the whole essay about it… IE: While living with ADHD and overcoming my deficits what I learned about myself was that I have unique abilities that I can use to my advantage. I think more creatively and I am able to apply it to… Etc… I am a better editor then a writer but hopefully you get the idea. I would like to learn more about this creative higher end thinking then about the Adhd that helped create it. Now the essay is Personal, unique and interesting. Adhd runs in my family also so I am not looking down on you or your essay. I just think you can take it in a different direction for a college essay and still get your point across.

@scoutmom2002 has your daughter been evaluated for dyscalculia? We found out late that my daughter has this. Very frustrating when she wanted to do higher math but just couldn’t.

http://www.dyscalculia.org/

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Learning Disabilities and the College Process: Navigating Admissions and Support Services

Navigating the college application process can be challenging for any student, but if you have a learning disability (LD), there may be additional layers to consider. Higher education institutions in the United States are becoming increasingly cognizant of the diverse needs of their student populations, including those with learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, ADHD or visual processing disorder. As you embark on this journey, understanding your rights, and how they change as you move from high school to college, is crucial in finding a college that will support your educational growth and success.

To start, it’s essential to recognize that colleges are mandated by law to provide accommodations and/or services for eligible students with disabilities. This means that after sending the proper documentation of the learning difference to the college which you plan to attend, the disabilities service office (sometimes called accessibility services), will review your file and determine which accommodations and other support services they will grant you. You will meet with them to review the plan and can appeal if you don’t think it is comprehensive enough. When applying to colleges, researching the support services each institution offers, like executive function coaching, tutoring, assistive technology, and accommodations such as extended test time can provide insight into how well a college can cater to your specific needs.

In preparing for college, you should also consider how to communicate your learning disability to your chosen institutions effectively. Self-advocacy comes into play here, as you’ll need to provide documentation of your disability to access resources. Moreover, understanding how to articulate the challenges you’ve faced and the strategies you’ve developed to cope demonstrates resilience and a proactive attitude, qualities that college admissions committees often regard highly. Many colleges with structured programs for students with learning disabilities will ask you to complete a separate application with questions that relate to how well you understand your strengths and weaknesses as a learner, if you an explain your needs, and ask about your history since you were first diagnosed.

Understanding Learning Disabilities

Learning disabilities encompass a variety of challenges that can affect your ability to learn, process information, and communicate effectively.

Types of Learning Disabilities and Neurodiversity

Learning disabilities are neurological disorders that can manifest in different ways. Here’s a brief overview of some common types:

• Dyslexia : Characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition, decoding and poor spelling abilities. There are different types of dyslexia such as auditory, visual, rapid naming or a combination.
• ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) : Affects your focus, self-control, and ability to sit still, though some students primarily have the inattentive type and have no problem sitting still. It can impede organization and time management.
• Executive Function Disorder: Behavioral symptom that disrupts a person’s ability to manage their own thoughts, emotions and actions.
• Autism Spectrum Disorder : This can influence how you perceive the world, causing challenges with communication and social interactions.
• Visual Processing Disorder : Makes interpreting visual information challenging, affecting reading and comprehension.
• Auditory Processing Disorder : This leads to difficulties in processing and interpreting sounds, especially when there is background noise.
• Slow processing speed: When much more time is required to take in, make sense of, and respond to information including visual information such as letters or numbers. It can also be auditory such as spoken language.
• Dysgraphia: Poses challenges with writing such as letter formation, rate of writing, letter spacing, fine motor coordination, grammar and composition.
• Dyscalculia: Impacts the brain areas that handle math, numbers and understanding of related concepts.
• Dyspraxia: Can impact fluency of speech or fine-motor skills such as writing or gross motor skills and coordination. It can often occur with conditions such as ADHD.
• Non-verbal learning disability : Impacts non-verbal skills such as motor, visual-spatial and social.

Each learning disability requires a unique approach to accommodation and support.

Federal Laws and Educational Rights

You are protected by several federal laws that ensure educational institutions provide the necessary accommodations for students with disabilities. Before graduating from high school you are covered under the following laws:

• Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act : Requires schools to provide appropriate accommodations so students with disabilities can participate equally.
• The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) : Ensures specialized services for individuals with disabilities up to secondary education but doesn’t apply to colleges. However, the spirit of IDEA influences post-secondary education policies.

Once you graduate from high school, you are protected under the following law:

• The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) : Prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including college.

These laws mean that if you have a documented learning disability, colleges are required to offer reasonable accommodations. For instance, if you have dyslexia , you may receive extra time on tests or texts in alternative formats such as audiobooks. Students on the autism spectrum often benefit from tailored support services to assist with social and communication skills. Academic coaching could support those with ADHD by providing strategies to improve executive function. Embracing neurodiversity is becoming a clear objective in college inclusivity practices, ensuring a range of cognitive differences are supported.

Preparing for College Admission

Navigating the college admissions process can be challenging for high school students with learning disabilities. Your preparation should be thorough, starting early in your high school career and taking advantage of resources like school counselors. Applying for accommodations for either the SAT or the ACT early in high school allows time for you to appeal if you are not approved. For the SAT and AP exams, once you are approved by College Board your accommodations will be in place for the duration of high school. ACT requires you to register for a test and then work with your school’s coordinator to submit the required paperwork for requesting accommodations, so this typically occurs in junior year.  Developing strategies for standardized testing such as deciding which test is a better fit and how you will prepare for the exam (tutor, class, or self-study) are critical steps toward college admission.

High School Preparation

The Role of Admissions Consultants

Admissions experts are pivotal in guiding you through the college admissions process. They can assist in developing an educational plan that aligns with your career aspirations and learning needs. Counselors can also help interpret test scores and identify colleges with suitable support programs. Ensure you meet with them regularly to discuss your progress and any adjustments you may need to make in your preparation.

Standardized Testing Strategies

Standardized testing can be a hurdle, but there are strategies to help you succeed. It’s crucial to understand how your learning disability may impact test-taking and to seek accommodations if necessary. You might qualify for extended time or the ability to take exams in a less distracting environment. Consistent practice and familiarization with the format of standardized tests can also improve your performance.

• Practice: Regularly engage with practice materials for tests like the SAT or ACT.

Crafting a Compelling Application

The college application is your opportunity to showcase your unique strengths and experiences. A well-crafted application includes an honest and engaging essay, detailed extracurricular descriptions, and strong letters of recommendation.

• Essay: Write a personal essay that conveys your resilience and how you’ve managed your learning disability.
• Supplemental Essays: Colleges ask their own questions such as “Why do you want to apply here?” or “Why did you list the major you chose in your application, or, if undecided, what academic areas do you plan to explore?” These essays can be even more important than the personal essay as you are making an argument for why you are a good match for the college. You are connecting yourself and your interests to the specific college.
• Letters of Recommendation: Choose recommenders who know you well and can speak about your academic and personal growth.

Be sure to highlight specific aspects of your high school experience that reflect your readiness for college and accurately represent your abilities and achievements.

Navigating College Admissions

The admissions journey requires comprehensive understanding and strategic planning, especially when you have a learning disability.

Understanding the Admissions Process

Most colleges and universities have an admissions process that evaluates your academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, and personal essays. Familiarize yourself with application deadlines and required documentation, as these vary by institution. Higher education institutions typically detail their admissions criteria on their websites and provide contact information for their admissions office. Some disability support programs will require a separate application.

• September—April: Determine your criteria for what you seek in a college, research and visit colleges, draft activities resume, assess the type of accommodations and support you will need in college
• May—July: Ask for recommendations and complete your personal essay
• August-October: Complete supplemental essays and applications, and do interviews where offered.
• October–January: Submit applications
• April-May: Review acceptances and financial aid offers, attend accepted student days, and make your decision.

Selecting the Right College

Your college search should focus on finding an institution that aligns with your academic goals and offers support for your learning disability. All colleges that accept Federal funding are required to offer accommodations. You may need more than accommodations so look for colleges with structured learning support programs, academic coaching and other academic support as needed.

Considerations When Choosing a College :

• Academic programs related to your interests
• Support services for students with learning disabilities
• Class size and faculty-to-student ratio
• Location and campus culture
• Research, co-op and internship opportunities
• Sports and extracurricular activities relevant to your interests
• Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
• Size of their endowment and evaluation of their financial health

Disclosure of a Learning Disability

The decision to disclose a learning disability is a personal one. The only way to receive support in college is to disclose your disability to the disability service office. You do not need to disclose to admission to receive support. If you discuss your disability with the disability office during your application process they will not share that information with the admissions office. Here are some considerations regarding disclosing to the admission office:

• An opportunity for the admissions committee to view your application holistically.
• To clarify any inconsistency in your academic record that would be explained by disclosing
• Potential for bias, although many colleges value diversity and inclusiveness.
• Personal privacy preferences.
• If there is nothing amiss in your academic record or extracurricular profile there may be no need to disclose to admission.

Disclosing after acceptance can ensure that the institution offers accommodations and resources to support you from the start of your college experience.

Support Services in Higher Education

Colleges and universities have specialized services to support your academic journey, particularly if you have a learning disability. Understanding the resources available can empower you to seek the necessary support for a successful college experience.

Disability Services Offices

Your first point of contact should be the Disability Services Office (DSO) at your chosen institution. The DSO serves as the central hub for managing and coordinating support for students with learning disabilities. You are required to provide disability documentation to this office to verify your eligibility for support services. Once your documentation is reviewed and you are deemed a qualified student, the DSO will work with you to determine appropriate and reasonable accommodations.

Accommodations and Resources

Accommodating students with learning disabilities is a priority to ensure academic success. Reasonable accommodations are adjustments to your academic environment that help level the playing field. These might include:

• Priority registration
• Extended time on exams
• Note-taking apps
• Alternative format for course materials
• Quiet testing locations
• Assistive technology
• Language waivers or course substitutions depending on the college/major requirements
• Reduced course load
• Housing accommodations

Modifications are rarely if ever granted in college. An extended deadline for an assignment may be granted on a case-by-case basis in special circumstances but not as a routine accommodation. Substitution of assignments is not typically approved.

Remember, accommodations are tailored to your individual needs and are provided to help you fully engage with your coursework.

Peer Tutors, Professional Tutors, and Academic Support

Universities often offer peer tutors and other forms of academic support to supplement your learning experience. Peer tutors are typically fellow students who excel in their subject areas and have been trained to assist their peers. Engaging with a peer tutor can help reinforce your understanding of course material and improve your academic performance. Some colleges have professional tutors who are trained in understanding learning disabilities.

• One-on-one tutoring sessions
• Group study sessions
• Workshops on academic strategies
• Academic coaches for organization, time management, planning
• Supplementary instruction for notoriously challenging courses
• Writing tutors housed in a writing center
• Quantitative centers for math and related support

In addition to peer tutoring, many institutions receive federal funding to provide comprehensive academic support programs, often housed within disability resource centers. These centers staff trained professionals who can provide specialized assistance and facilitate the use of accommodations.

Academic and Social Adjustments

When you transition from high school to college, academic and social adjustments are crucial for your success. It’s important to understand how your learning disability will interact with this new environment and use the support systems available to navigate both academic and social challenges.

Transition from High School to College

In high school, you may have had structured support and an individualized education plan (IEP)  tailored to your learning disability. College, however, brings a greater demand for self-advocacy and self-regulation. As you attend college, become familiar with the college’s disability services office. They can assist with academic accommodations, including exam accommodations or note-taking services.

Achieving College Success

To succeed in college as an LD student, time management and organizational skills are vital. Utilize planners or digital apps to track assignments and deadlines. Strategies that played a role in your ability to graduate high school will still be important, but they will need to be adapted to fit more complex and demanding college coursework.

Engage with professors and teaching assistants early in the semester to discuss your disability and the potential impact on your coursework. Be proactive in seeking help; regular visits to office hours and tutoring services can help keep you on track. College success often hinges not just on your intelligence, but on your ability to leverage resources effectively.

Your application process may have involved considering colleges based on their provisions for LD students. It’s crucial to continue making informed choices about which courses to take and which extracurricular activities to engage in, ensuring they align with your strengths and accommodations. See your advisor as you choose courses and also get input from your contact in disability services.

Social Integration and Networking

The college experience is more than academic achievement; social integration and networking play a significant role in a comprehensive college experience. LD students may face unique social challenges, such as difficulty with social cues or executive function issues that can affect the organization and planning of social activities.

Joining student organizations and study groups can improve your social networks and offer peer support systems. They can also provide informal learning opportunities outside the classroom, where you can develop interpersonal skills and build a community that appreciates your unique talents and perspective.

College students, especially those with learning disabilities, can benefit from mentorship programs where they are paired with upper-class, graduate students or faculty that understand the student’s disability. Such programs can serve as a social bridge and provide additional insights into navigating college life successfully.

Remember, your college offers various resources to facilitate your transition and aid in your success, both academically and socially. Embrace them, and remember that your learning disability is just one facet of your college experience.

Educational Advocates College Consulting: Supporting Students with Learning Differences in Admissions

As you navigate the complex college admissions landscape, Educational Advocates specialize in guiding you if you’re a student with ADHD or other learning differences .

• Building Your College List : We help pinpoint institutions that offer the necessary academic support, increasing the likelihood of your success.
• Transition Strategies : Advisors work to ensure your transition to higher education is seamless, focusing on institutions that embrace neurodiversity.
• Academic Support : We identify and explain the various types of academic assistance available to you, so you can fully utilize these resources.
• Test Guidance : You’ll receive advice on standardized testing and the implications of test-optional policies.
• Disclosure Advice : We assist in deciding if, when, and how you should disclose your disability, ensuring your privacy and advocacy are balanced.
• Self-Advocacy : By fostering self-advocacy skills, they prepare you to independently navigate college life.
• Skill Building : You will be assessed for college readiness and guided in building skills for a successful college experience.

Working with an ADHD college consultant or college admissions advisor for students with learning differences means having a knowledgeable partner in your corner. We are well-versed in strategies that support students like you in achieving your academic goals. With our help, you can approach the college admissions process with confidence and clarity.

When navigating the college process with learning disabilities, preparation and knowledge are your strongest allies. Colleges are increasingly recognizing the diverse needs of all students, including those with disabilities. As a neurodiverse student, you are eligible for reasonable accommodations to ensure your educational experience is accessible and equitable.

Tutoring, writing and math centers and coaching are part of the spectrum of accommodations available. These are designed to address the significant gap that might exist in your learning experience. It’s important to remember that accommodations don’t alter the fundamental outcomes but rather level the playing field.

Many schools have adapted their policies to support students with disabilities more comprehensively. This means your list of potential colleges is wider, and your chances of integrating into a college that understands and supports your needs are high. Grade improvements are often seen when adequate accommodations are in place, which could positively reflect on your grades.

To ensure you make the most informed decisions, research each school’s policy on accommodations. Your grades represent only a part of your potential; many schools are looking beyond traditional metrics to build a diverse and inclusive student body.

Remember, your learning disability is one aspect of your rich profile as an applicant. With the right support and a proactive approach to utilize all the accommodations available, you can thrive in the college environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can students with adhd succeed in college.

Yes, students with ADHD can succeed in college with the right support and strategies. Many colleges offer resources like extended test time, note-taking services, and academic advising tailored to students with ADHD.

Is it easier to get into college if you have a disability?

Having a disability does not inherently make it easier to get into college. Admission processes aim to be inclusive, and schools must comply with laws that prevent discrimination based on disability. However, colleges look at a broad range of factors beyond a student’s disability when making admission decisions.

Should I disclose a disability on a college application?

Disclosure of a disability on your college application is a personal decision. If there is a discrepancy in your academic record, disclosing will allow the admissions office to. understand your academic record within the context. It may be unnecessary if your academic record is strong.

Does ADHD count as a disability in colleges?

Yes, ADHD is recognized as a disability assuming the student was on an IEP or 504 plan in high school and has documentation that shows that the ADHD impacted the student’s ability to access the curriculum. This recognition means that you can request accommodations through the college’s disability services office, provided you submit the required documentation of your diagnosis.

Empowering high school students to thrive academically and personally, Educational Advocates offers comprehensive college admissions assistance tailored to your individual needs and aspirations.

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160 Disabilities Topics for Research Papers & Essays

Looking for interesting disability topics for a research paper or project? This field is hot, controversial, and definitely worth studying!

🏆 Best Disability Topics for Research Papers

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The disability study field includes the issues of physical, mental, and learning disabilities, as well as the problem of discrimination. In this article, we’ve gathered great disability essay topics & research questions, as well as disability topics to talk about. We hope that our collection will inspire you.

• Case Study of a Child with Intellectual Disability It is crucial to integrate the input of a learning coach into the school curriculum to encourage the participation of Meagan’s parents in his educational endeavors.
• Poems with Disabilities by Jim Ferris This is good evidence for the argument of the need to eliminate the issue of ableism. Language evolves gradually, and countering the issue of ableism is a long-term goal.
• Computer-Based Technologies That Assist People With Disabilities The visually impaired To assist the visually impaired to use computers, there are Braille computer keyboards and Braille display to enable them to enter information and read it. Most of these devices are very expensive […]
• Children With Learning Disabilities The following research questions will be used in achieving the objectives: What is the role of learning disabilities in affecting the ability of the students to learn?
• Managing Students With Disabilities Instructional issues that are encountered in education are those arising due to the inability of the students to acquire, maintain, and relate the skills that are learned in class to other settings within and outside […]
• Children With Disabilities in Education By the end of the experiment the student will demonstrate his ability to understand the information, to discuss it, and to reflect his ideas in writing.
• Sociocultural Barriers for People With Disabilities On the other hand, stigmatization, stereotyping and prejudice have been highlighted as the barriers to social inclusion of people with disabilities in society.
• The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities Policy The paper outlines the proper policy and procedure of incident reporting and investigation and thus, provides how to become an agent for the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities and satisfy individuals receiving services.
• Women, Development and Disabilities The mission of the organization is to enhance the voice of women in society and influence other organizations that advocate for women rights.
• The Problems of Children With Disabilities and Possible Ways of Solution It is very important for disabled people to be on the same level with others in the conditions that compensate the deviations in the development and constraints of the abilities in learning.
• Classroom Design for Children With Disabilities Furthermore, children with disabilities require individual attention from the teacher just like the other children, and if the classroom is congested it would be difficult for the teacher to reach such learners.
• Constructivism Theory for Adolescents with Disabilities The key component of the theory is people’s interaction with the environment. Therefore, Vygotsky’s theory is effective in developing the social and academic skills of an adolescent with learning and behavior disabilities.
• Students With Disabilities: Research Analysis In the process of undertaking this research and practical alignment, there is a misalignment in the inclusion of students with disabilities in the GE class.
• Ableism: Bias Against People With Disabilities People concerned with rights advocacy ought to ensure a facilitated awareness of the distressing impacts of ableism through the inclusion of the subject in private and public discussions.
• Culturally Responsive Teaching of Students With Disabilities Cultural Responsive teaching is a teaching technique used to identify and address cognitive, social, emotional, and cultural and language needs of students with developmental needs as a way of providing them with assistance in all […]
• The Experience of Parents of Children With Disabilities Enhancing support for the mental well-being of parents of children with a disability: developing a resource based on the perspectives of parents and professionals.
• United Arab Emirates Schools: Students With Learning Disabilities The current UAE public school environment does not allow for the provision of the necessary skills due to the lack of a proper teaching strategy.
• Daily Living Skills Training for Individuals With Learning Disabilities Teaching individuals with physical and mental disabilities the life skills needed to compensate for their disadvantages are considered to be the key factor to ensuring a relatively safe, functional, and happy life for those individuals.
• Learning Disabilities: Differentiating ADHD and EBD As for the most appropriate setting, it is possible to seat the child near the teacher. It is possible to provide instructions with the help of visual aids.
• Current Trends and Issues in Educating Students With Disabilities Following the existence of cases of racial and ethnic bias across the United States educational system, the government has seen the importance to intervene in improving education in the U.S.
• Defining Disabilities in Modern World Defining disability has not been easy due to the various opinions related to the understanding of the concept. Disability has significant impact on the society due to the relationships that exists between the individual and […]
• People With Disabilities in the Frida Movie After the accident, her father bought her a canvas that she would use for painting because she loved art and was an artist, helping her cope with her disability.
• Safety Evacuation for People with Disabilities First, before a disaster occurs, the government should be aware of the number of individuals in the scenario and keep track of them to verify the figures are correct.
• Individuals With Disabilities: Prejudice and Discrimination I researched that people with persistent medical or physical disorders, such as cerebral palsy or multiple sclerosis, who have speech, articulation, or communication impairments, for example, are sometimes seen as having an intellectual deficiency. Corey […]
• Special Olympics and Profound Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities Together with partners, the Special Olympics aspires to improve the health outcomes for people with physical and mental disabilities to close the gap with the healthy population who are more advantaged in terms of access […]
• Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities’ Staff Training Specifically, the introduction of the assessment modules for the evaluation of the staff members’ compliance with the set requirements will be enacted.
• The Quality of the Working Environment for Persons With Disabilities The progressive introduction of new practices more tolerant of the disabled will be carried out at every stage of the work cycle and in every segment of the corporation as a connected infrastructure.
• Developmental Disabilities: Best Practice and Support Family therapy and the creation of support groups seem to be an effective method for children with disabilities and their environment.
• Bronx Developmental Disabilities Council: Organization Assessment During events, council, and committee meetings, the organization provides printed materials with information on disability and the prevention of social distancing of people with disabilities.
• Assistive Technologies for Individuals with Disabilities A rehabilitation consultant will be able to recommend this equipment to people who are acutely worried about the inability to use a computer and the Internet to ensure a comfortable life.
• Smart Farms Hiring People with Disabilities Although Smart Farms is a non-profit organization and benefits from donations, the workers play their role in income generation by working on the farms and sales.
• Americans with Disabilities Act and Nursing Practice Acts such as the Americans with Disabilities Act affect not only the political and legal environment in a country but also the rights and responsibilities of nurses.
• Life of Individuals Dealing with Disabilities The child’s image hitting the t-ball also showcased a powerful issue, that disabled individuals should be treated similarly to other people and given equal opportunities to give them the chance to perform optimally.
• Partnership for People with Disabilities’ Mission The mission of this organization is to partner with stakeholders both in the intellectual and developmental disability community and other interested groups at Virginia Commonwealth University. The organization was founded in 1985 to better people’s […]
• Healthcare Disparities in People With Disabilities In addition to health care disparities, such as poor access to care, including preventive one, and dependency, people with disabilities also face higher morbidity and lack of insurance.
• Employment for People With Disabilities Accommodation is also considered to be a restructuring of work and the attraction of other personnel to help in adaptation – as it should have happened with Adele.
• Laws Protecting the Rights of People With Disabilities The aim of this essay is to research the law that protects the rights of people with disabilities in the context of sporting events.
• People With Disabilities in Society I think that these people are powerful and inspiring, as they prove to the world that it is possible to live life to the fullest with a disability.
• People With Disabilities and Social Work Moreover, there is a tendency towards the rise in the number of such people because of the deterioration of the situation and the growing number of environmental concerns.
• Alternate Assessments for Students With Learning Disabilities The problem is that many school districts experience difficulties with proposing adequate formative and summative assessments for those students who require special attention.
• People with Disabilities’ Problem of Employment Although truck driving can be a stressful job, it is not evident if it is true, and thus, it is important for John to experience the job-related himself and determine whether he can handle it. […]
• Lawsuits Regarding College Students With Disabilities Abuse is one of the factors considered to have discouraged physically challenged students from pursuing their academic careers.
• Living with Disabilities in the Nondisabled World A variety of laws, initiatives, and regulations are currently implemented to ensure simpler and less costly access to information resources and the functionality of a device.
• Living with Disabilities from an Insider’s Perspective Additionally, Armendariz was able to use a prosthetic arm to assist with her disability which she recalled as being helpful before it led to severe negativity from her peers at the time.
• Workplace and People With Disabilities The purpose of the research is to make coherent and accurate observations in regards to the usefulness of the given method in improving the overall attitudes of people and organizations toward people with disabilities.
• Career Counseling for People With Disabilities To sufficiently research, the issue of career counseling for individuals with disabilities in the academic press, a list of journals that offer such information was developed.
• Genetic Modification and Implicit Bias Against People With Disabilities There is also a factor of disabilities that are life-threatening to a child, or illnesses that may be able to be fatal within the first few years of life.
• Impact of Social Darwinism on the Perception of Human Disabilities In addition, connecting behavior such as the likeliness of criminality to genetics is incorrect and damaging not only to the individual but to a community and society as a whole.
• Music Therapy for Children With Learning Disabilities This review includes the evidence supporting music therapy as an effective strategy for promoting auditory, communication, and socio-emotional progression in children with ASD.
• Healthcare Professionals: Individuals With Developmental Disabilities The presentation provide an overview of relevant health related issues in individuals with developmental disabilities and how it relates to the group of professionals assigned.
• Protection for Persons With Disabilities and Their Service Animals Additionally, it must be trained to give assistance to a person with disability. Service animals that can be selected to assist persons with disability must be either a dog or a miniature horse.
• Death Penalty: Juveniles and Mental Disabilities Consequently, the Eight Amendment should dismiss the death penalty for this category and state laws must implement recommendations of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the American Psychological Association, and the American Bar Association that […]
• The Prevalence, Effects and Challenges of Developmental Disabilities While the increase in the number of people with developmental disabilities is attributed to the rising numbers of the aging population, disabilities may arise in childhood and affect the entire lives of people.
• Community Disability Awareness Program: Elderly Women With Disabilities A measurable outcome in the program’s success will be a decline in the rate of crime related to elderly women with disabilities.
• The Understanding of Needs of People With Learning Disabilities Despite several problems in the overall design of the strategy that can be used to improve the nursing services for PLD, Drozd and Clinch make a very valid point by stressing the significance of a […]
• Addressing the Needs of People With Learning Disabilities As a student aiming at becoming a Nurse Practitioner, I am currently focusing on the exploration of the options for managing the work of the nursing staff, as well as seeking the opportunities for improving […]
• Elderly Women with Disabilities: Problems and Needs Despite the economic crisis, the cost of medical care has also increased due to the rise in the number of lawsuits filed against the physicians of the state.
• Relationship Satisfaction and Psychological Well-Being Among Greek People With Physical Disabilities In the light of this lack of knowledge, the present study attempts to explore the degree of relationship satisfaction in connection with the way handicapped people deal with the challenges of romantic involvement, as well […]
• Communication and People With Disabilities The bathrooms were close to the food court; moreover, there were special handle bars which helped to transfer to the commode and, at this, the height of the commode was almost the same as the […]
• Music Therapy as a Related Service for Students With Disabilities From a neuroscientific perspective, how would music intervention improve classroom behaviors and academic outcomes of students with ADHD as a way to inform policy-makers of the importance of music therapy as a related service?
• Problem Behaviors in Intellectual Disabilities Community The proposed quality designed study will evaluate the behavior of people with intellectual disabilities over a certain period of time and consequently conclude the primary triggers that influence ID people to demonstrate behavioral issues, including […]
• Law for People With Disabilities in California The family, the immediate environment of a person with disabilities, is the main link in the system of his or her care, socialization, the satisfaction of needs, support, and career guidance.
• The Resilience Experiences of People With Disabilities The focus of the study was on the participants’ lived experiences, as well as their attitudes towards certain aspects, so the use of interviews as a data collection method is justified.
• Literature Circles for Students With Learning Disabilities On the other hand, the affected individuals contend that the categorization should be removed to pave the way for the integration of assistances where all needs are attended without classification regardless of the student’s physical […]
• School Counselors for Students With Disabilities When the goals are set out, and the professional sphere is chosen, the counselor becomes responsible for the student’s preparation and reception of essential job skills as well as for the communication with the post-school […]
• Adaptive Behavior Skills and Intellectual Disabilities Four assessment tools are important for identifying adaptive behavior and skills: the Adaptive Behavior Scale, the Scale of Independent Behavior, and the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale.
• The Specific Needs of Students With Physical Disabilities The research problem that will be the focus of the planned paper relates to the specific needs of students with physical disabilities or behavioral issues in general classrooms.
• Assistive Technology for Students with Disabilities The United Nations Convention on the Rights of people with disabilities proposes a raft of measures to be undertaken by states to promote the wellbeing of individuals with disabilities.
• Job for Individuals With Physical Disabilities For instance, when a new technology is about to be installed, it will be rational for a number of workers based on departments to be selected and taken through how to use the innovation, such […]
• Therapeutic Vests for Children With Disabilities The purpose of this review is to examine the available literature on the effectiveness of using therapeutic vests, weighted vests, and pressure vests on children with Autism spectrum disorders, Attention deficit disorder, Pervasive Development Disorder, […]
• An Audit of the Accessibility of the College of the North Atlantic-Qatar to Individuals With Physical Disabilities It should be noted that structural presentation of the paper is considered to be one of the most important elements of the paper because it allows following the logical thought of the research paper.
• Learning Disabilities and Communication Disorders The students are also being taken through research-based and special education programs and the determination of these disorders is done cooperatively between teachers and specialists like psychologists.
• Children With Disabilities: Supporting Student Behavior The comfortable atmosphere will help the children to attend the class and also provide a good way to mingle with the children with disabilities.
• Plan of the Kickball Game That Involves the Students With the Disabilities While simulating the situation where one is in charge of the PE class, one needs to remember that disability is never inability, thus the students with the disabilities can participate in any games as well […]
• Genetic Testing Under Americans With Disabilities Act There is nothing surprising in the fact that the genetically tested employees counted the testing as a violation of their human rights, and The Americans with Disabilities Act was adopted in 1990.
• Teaching Language to Students With Severe Disabilities The objective of this study is to find the different approaches that can be used in teaching phonics and the whole language to students with varied severe disabilities.
• Teaching Adaptive Behavior Skills to Children Suffering From Intellectual Disabilities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia This theoretical framework will contribute to the validation of the perspectives used by the teachers to construct their system of beliefs regarding the process of teaching ABS to students with ID.
• Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities in the Workplace Intellectual disability puts a strain on an individual’s ability to have a social life and communicate with other human beings due to the fact that their capability of adapting is limited to a certain extent.
• Lifespan Development and Learning Disabilities in Childhood Parents in this situation would most likely select the authoritative parenting style to manage children because they are left to make their own choices under a guided framework.
• Natural Supports for Individuals With Disabilities Natural supports can be defined as personal connections and associations that improve the quality of a person’s life; these primarily include family relationships and friendships and constitute “the first line of supports, followed by informal […]
• Children With Disabilities and Parental Mistreatment The information in the article is helpful for parents of children with disabilities and other parents since it assists them in appreciating the significance of each parent’s education in lessening the incidence of child disability.
• Government Grants for People With Disabilities The paper will be based on the conditions of disabled people and the federal or state grants that they could receive in order to facilitate changes in their health and work.
• Teaching Children With Multiple Disabilities The teacher should also assist such a child in maintaining a perceptual continuum than learners who are not handicapped. On the same note, the teacher should not give the amount of work similar to children […]
• Veterans With Disabilities: Integration and Employment In this paper, the researcher looks at the main barriers to employment and integration back to the society that the veterans face, and the manner in which the existing policies can be amended to help […]
• Students With Intellectual Disabilities and Their Independence Some of these programs in the US include the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act, which provides grants for research, technology, and training for disabled individuals, as well as the Secondary Education Act of 2002, […]
• Intellectual Disabilities and Limitations for Human Life The recognition of the lack of such skills can contribute to future opportunities for an independent life with effective interdependence and inclusion in the life of a society.
• Psychological Testing of Intellectual Disabilities Speaking of its psychometric properties, the PCL-5 is a valid and reliable self-report measure for the assessment and quantifying symptoms of PTSD.
• Young Adult Children With Intellectual Disabilities Like in the study, I would also use pilot testing of the questionnaire to ascertain its validity and reliability in measuring the intended variables. The descriptions of the concepts and terms in this study are […]
• Employees With Disabilities and Their Workplace Behavior In H3, the authors found that employees with disabilities remained loyal and committed to work and were satisfied with their job.
• Effective Teaching of Students with Disabilities To support the information that was posted in three blog entries, the author of this submission reviewed other literature on the subject to be able to support their point of view.
• Parenting Children With Learning Disabilities A number of parents also feel worthless since they get an impression that the respective learning disabilities portrayed in their children are due to their own genetic malformations.
• Caregivers’ Perceptions of People With Intellectual Disabilities The proposed study will present new approaches and practices that can be used to support the health needs of many patients with mental disabilities.
• People With Disabilities and Their Employment Issues The major similarity between the perceptions of older people and individuals with disabilities is based on the belief that they are slow and could slow down the other workers and the idea that the managers […]
• Students With Learning Disabilities and Assessment The education of students with learning disabilities poses great difficulty for the majority of parents and educators. It may not be self-evident that the learning problems of students are attributable to learning disabilities.
• Mental Disabilities: Characteristics and Causes TBIs are caused by an impact of the head against a blunt object or from its penetration by a sharp object; it often results from vehicle accidents. Autism is a developmental disorder that influences the […]
• Patients With Learning Disabilities: Quality Care Although the current study is not aimed at detecting the differences in the efficacy of the intervention based on the gender of the participants, the outcomes of the research may create prerequisites for a follow-up […]
• Emotional and Behavioural Disabilities in Schools Furthermore, there is equal doubt about whether the professionals in the sphere of education give no significance to the term of emotional and behavioural disability itself.
• Grandparents Raising Grandchildren With Disabilities In the case of their absence, these grandparents worry about the well-being of their disabled grandchildren and the influence they have on other children.
• Employment Equity Act: Aboriginals and Disabilities Persons If the Employment Equity Act is applied appropriately, the Act will guarantee that people in the labour force are given the opportunity of the equivalent admission to job openings along with identical management in the […]
• People With Disabilities: Local and a Federal Law’ Regulation To be more exact, the current standards need to be shaped so that the policy in question should not affect the social perception of people with physical or mental disabilities.
• Students With Learning Disabilities: Needs and Problems According to Chloe, there are three aspects associated with this complex issue, and they are the problem of appropriate parents and professionals’ intervention, the problem of identifying resources, and the problem of government’s funding.
• Students With Disabilities: Characteristics and Strategies Disability Categories Example Strategy English Learner Students 1 Autism is the developmental disability which influences the aspects of social interaction and different types of communication. The child with this disability can demonstrate various restricted and stereotypic patterns of behavior. The student with autism cannot focus attention on the teacher’s words, demonstrates the unusual gestures and […]
• Instructional Plan in Writing for Learners With Disabilities The purpose of this essay is to provide an instructional plan for learners with disabilities in writing. Writing skills require learners to account for the task, the aim of writing and audience.
• People with Disabilities: The Systemic Ableism Whereas the absence of disability in the fashion world is based on the dominant view of what is considered beautiful, the absence of disabled in politics can be explained with the lack of access to […]
• Developmental Disabilities and Lifelong Learning Some of the common transitional programs for children with developmental disabilities would include things such as books, learning manuals, and software programs intended to assist the children in adjusting to the new programs or settings.
• Action Plan for Patrons With Disabilities For instance, the writer of the essay suggests that in terms of facility planning, it is vital for the library to invest in wiring its facilities with audio induction loop.
• Remediation in Students with Disabilities Since this strategy is essentially crucial to the curriculum, this proposal will portray the importance of conducting a profound research that seeks to determine the effectiveness of remediation in reading.
• Improving Reading Performance of Students With Learning Disabilities The purpose of the present research is to assess the efficiency of utilizing Reading Racetracks to improve the reading of words found on the K-2 list key phrases adopted in the school district.
• Americans With Disabilities Act With all due respect to the efforts of the U.S.government to come up with a framework, which would allow for a faster and a more efficient integration of the disabled into the society, the fact […]
• GM’s Committal to People With Disabilities The company aims to create awareness about PWDs by providing support and information to employees with disabilities and other PWDs outside the GM community.
• Supporting Students with Speech Impairment This assistive technology uses appropriate symbols and techniques to support the needs of different learners. These technologies will support the needs of many learners.
• Physical Disabilities and Assistive Technology For example, learners with visual impairments can use text-to-speech programs. Learners with physical disabilities can be gathered for with the help of assistive technology devices such as adaptive keyboard and screen reading software for learners […]
• Sensory Disabilities and Age of Onset This can happen, for instance, when learning the subject that call for lots of diagrams, figures and illustrations to be applied, which may also give a challenge to the visually impaired students.
• High Incidence Disabilities and Pedagogical Strategies for Learning Disabilities In the context of disability, it is important to mention that this model is beneficial to students with learning disabilities as it involves teaching them how to approach tasks and use knowledge to complete learning […]
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College Admissions and Learning Disablities

Does your teenager have a learning disability ?

If so, the whole college process might seem even more daunting.

With these parents in mind, I recently talked with Joy App , a college consultant in Houston, who has worked with many teenagers with learning disabilities. I am passing along some of her advice for parents of learning disabled teenagers.

To start, I’m sharing a book that App highly recommends for parents with students with a learning disability. She calls this book her bible: College Sourcebook for Students With Learning & Development Differences , which was written by Midge Lipkin. Sorry folks, but you can’t find this title on Amazon, but you can buy it directly from the publisher – Wintergreen Orchard . In App’s opinion,  this book is superior to this popular title, K &W Guide to Colleges for Students With Learning Disabilities.

Schools With Strong Learning Disability Programs

App also shared with me schools that are considered strong for students with learning disabilities. She said in her experience private colleges and universities typically have better programs for these students than state institutions.

• WEST:   Whittier College, University of Montana, University of Denver, University of Arizona
• SOUTHWEST : University of Tulsa, Baylor University, Southern Methodist University, Schreiner University, Texas Tech University, University  of Houston
• SOUTHEAST: Lynn University, Flagler College, University of the Ozarks
• MIDWEST: DePaul University, Southern Illinois University (Carbondale), University of Indianapolis, Loras College
• NORTHEAST: Mitchell College, Landmark College, Curry College, Franklin Pierce College, Westfield State University, Lesley University

I’m adding two more schools from the Midwest to this list – Westminster College (MO) and Augsburg College.

If you want to recommend other schools, please share in the comment box below!

Should You Disclose a Learning Disability?

During the college admission process, many families struggle with the disclosure issue.

“I’ve had people say to me that this will hurt their children’s chances,” App says. The Texas consultant, however, reassures parents that the admission and disability offices at any college are prohibited from talking to each other. Consequently, revealing a student’s issues with disability staffers will in no way jeopardize a student’s admission chances.

Of course, this leads to the inevitable question of whether a student should reveal to an admission office that he or she is dyslexic, ADHD or possesses some other learning issues. I agree with App who says students should disclose this.

It’s important to know if the institution is going to be friendly to LD students. “If a school is like Princeton,” App says, “and isn’t friendly to LD students, I want to know.” And, she added, if a school holds a disability against an applicant, that’s not the kind of school the student should attend.

I ran a guest post on my college blog last year by David Montesano , one of my favorite college consultants, who is based in Seattle, that suggested that disclosing a disability to an admission office can actually increase a child’s admission chances. You can read the post here:

Getting Into College With Learning Disabilities

Here are a few other facts that I picked up about learning disabilities when I attended a session at the annual conference of the Higher Education Consultants Association earlier this summer:

Only 14% of high school students heading to college know what their diagnosed learning disability is. Strange as this may seem, parents don’t tell them.  (Not a good idea!)

Colleges and universities are creating more structured learning support programs for their students with learning disabilities. There is a demand for these programs, but they can also be moneymakers for the institutions.

Just because a teenager gets into a school doesn’t mean he or she will be accepted into the learning disability program. For instance, students who get accepted into the University of Arizona are not automatically accepted into SALT (Strategic Alternative Learning Techniques) , which is highly regarded learning disability program. Students must submit a second application to get into  SALT.

Lynn O’Shaughnessy is the author of the second edition of The College Solution: A Guide for Everyone Looking for the Right School at the Right Price .

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As a resident of Pennsylvania, I found this article on college admissions and learning disabilities to be incredibly informative and relevant. It’s reassuring to see that there is a growing awareness and support for students with learning differences during the college application process. I appreciate the practical tips and insights provided, especially regarding the importance of advocating for appropriate accommodations and finding schools with robust support services. This resource will undoubtedly benefit students and families navigating the college admissions journey with learning disabilities. Thank you for sharing this valuable information! 1 other resource I have found helpful and seems to have a nationwide search by state is thinkcollege.net using the college search.

We are moving to the Dallas area. Can anyone recommend small universities with good disability programs there?

My son had LD/ADD college we have found are unaffordable and the other requires too much he has tested so many times over trying to achieved their standard requiremments.We have taken the SAT twice ,ACT,COMpass x 3 help! He really want to go to college to study Marine science.

i have found several other schools that work with learning differences High Point University University of Vermont Susquehanna University Fairleigh Dickinson McDanial College (MD)

all these schools have shown that they will work with kids with LD but they are all pretty expensive (>$30k/yr). In addition, the schools have additional fees often ranging from $10-13k a year. Also the extent they work with students is quite broad. One school told my daughter if they think she needs a word bank or note card to get through a test they would give it to her but another with a very strong LD program said that wouldnt work. so the student really needs to be able to identify and communicate their needs to ensure the school is right for them.

in the end it is up to the student to advocate for their needs and assist the school in finding a reasonable accommodation that the school and professor could accept.

Thanks so much Tami!

I greatly appreciate you adding to the list of colleges with solid learning disability programs, as well as your suggestions about evaluating programs! This is a very important topic!

Lynn O’Shaughnessy

I have a son who struggles with organization, visual spatial deficits, and math ( due to a stroke in utero.) He has an Iep and receives extended time on tests, a bubbler, and separate location for tests. He is going to be a senior and am wondering how you felt High Point University was compared to Mcdaniel in regards to their services. We have visited both schools and I know Mcdaniel has a specialized program.

I can’t tell you which school is better for learning disabilities. I would make sure you understand what each school offers in this area. Here is a post that I wrote about questions to ask: https://www.thecollegesolution.com/evaluating-a-colleges-learning-disabilities-services/

Hello, my name is Dana,

I have a sone who is a junior in high school with learning disabilities to be exact is Mix Receptive Language disorder. Im looking for colleges for him, He is a slow learner,repetitive learner and so on. Also wondering if there are scholarships for students with learning disability. Any help I would appreactiate it thatnks

Ok so I have been told that I possibly have Dyscalculia Math learning disability but I am in college and no insurance I just wondered how does someone get help! I spoke to a dr and he said $1,000.00 for a diagnosis so that will never happen! I just do not now know where to turn I can’t help in college unless I can get a diagnosis! I am 3 classes away from my bachelors degree and I might have to drop out because I can’t do he Math! With a diagnosis I can take equivalency classes to satisfy my math requirements! I just don’t know where to go or who to go to! I am in Port Saint Lucie Florida, east coast! Anyone know where I go???

Sorry about your problem. Have you maxed out your federal student loans for your senior year? I would borrow $1,000 through the federal direct subsidized/unsubsidized loan and use money to get your diagnosis. You can borrow up to $7,500 as a senior. I’d shop around for a better price for the diagnosis. Ask the learning disability office at your college for suggestions. You might also seek a suggestion on a diagnosis from your old high school counselor.

Loras College in Dubuque IA has offered an Enhanced Program for students with LD/ADD for over 25 years! Please visit our website to learn more.

http://www.loras.edu/lods

Thanks for sharing Lynn!

Search for “Vocational Rehabilitation Florida” VR will help you get tested for a reduced price and sometimes free to prove to your college you have a disability. There should be a local office near you. Good luck.

You should add Westfield State University in Massachusetts. They have excellent LD services. As a special educator and mother of two sons with LDs I was impressed with the level of support they provide.

Thanks Viviana. I will do so.

I would like to add a little gem I found in Leesburg, FL. The name of this school is Beacon College. It is specifically designed for student with Learning Disabilities, ADD/ADHD, etc. The only way to gain admissions is to have a documented disability.

I would have loved for my son, William, to attend the school, unfortunately, I could not afford the cost of attendance. For those of you who can afford it, look into it. I doubt if you will be disappointed. As one of the previous comments stated: many colleges say they are committed to LD kids, but their actual accommodations do not measure up. This school certainly does measure up. (except for the cost).

Now I’m looking for a cheaper college that can come remotely close to the accommodations Beacon provides. Wish me Luck.

My husband is dyslexic and he has always spoken openly about it in interviews and applications. He attended Haverford College and the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College for his MBA. Both were wonderful and extremely helpful with accommodations. Dyslexia is an integral part of who he is and how he sees the world. As a speech therapist and admissions editor, I would be really honored to help any applicants with disabilities write and revise their admissions essays. If you are simply too anxious to sit down and write the application essay, record yourself as you talk to a trusted friend or mentor about your hopes and dreams. Often, the ideas are all there but the format of the application essay is just too intimidating. Remember, you only need to answer the essay question, not write great literature! Visit http://www.thehonesteditor.com for more advice and help.

Assuming that LDs include Autism Spectrum Disorders, I’m very happy to see DePaul U. is on the list, as my Aspie daughter had been extremely interested in this school’s opera program long before her diagnosis. We’ve been in a quandary about finding the right “fit” for her and the appropriate level of support, and this article has been greatly helpful! Lipkin’s book looks tempting…

Thanks Lynn for sharing this important information. As a parent of some very bright students with learning differences, and being married to a reading therapist who works with many students with learning differences, I am acutely aware of the need for reliable information that families want and are seeking. Thank you for sharing. I would add Augsburg College and Westminster in Missouri too. The Groves School College Fair in Minneapolis is the largest college fair west of the Mississippi that serves students and families with learning differences. The only other comment I would make is that a lot of institutions claim to be committed to serving students with learning differences, but they don’t walk the talk. It is important to confirm the reliability of promises made.

The University of Wisconsin Whitewater enrolls numerous students with various learning, physical and mental disabilities each year. We even host a visit day just for student’s with disabilities each spring. Check out this link to find our featured students in the news!

http://www.uww.edu/csd/information/features.html

Thanks Sarah for the heads up and link!

How College Students with Learning Disabilities Can Advocate for Themselves

Speak up! Fight your own battles! When kids used to taunt in the schoolyard, your friends would gather around to stick up for you. Now, on the college campus, it’s your chance to stick up for yourself — to fight for the accommodations that you require to succeed as a college student with learning disabilities. Through grade school and high school, your parents and your special education teachers fought for you. With your interests at heart, they spoke up on your behalf, helping you get the services you needed to thrive.

Now it is time for you to learn how to advocate for yourself, to support yourself, to reach your full potential in college, where there are large classes, less interaction with professors, and the expectation that you will manage your own study time. You must speak up! Here are some suggestions for easing the transition from depending on others to being your own advocate.

Know your rights

It’s natural to feel uncomfortable discussing your learning disability and to worry about how professors will react. Perhaps they don’t believe that learning disabilities even exist, or maybe they have a child with learning disabilities and completely understand your situation. In either case, you are not alone. If you a planning to attend a college with an enrollment of 25,000 students, then approximately 550 of those students have learning disabilities, writes Howard Eaton in his book Self Advocacy. Remember that you are not asking for a favor; you are asking for a right that is guaranteed by the federal government. As a person with learning disabilities, you are entitled to receive certain accommodations. In fact, the Americans with Disabilities Act says, no discrimination should take place against anybody who is disabled. This includes persons with learning disabilities. Colleges are required to allow you an equal opportunity for success. Your job is to work hard to take advantage of that opportunity.

Know yourself

To advocate for yourself and to deal with the inevitable roadblocks you’ll face, you should understand what kind of disability you have so that you can explain it to others. How do you process information? What strategies work for you? Remember that a learning disability is a perceptual difference that inhibits intelligence from manifesting itself.

Be able to explain to the instructor what special kind of perceptual difference you have which inhibits your learning. Speak in terms of your strengths and weaknesses.

The list of accommodations that other students with learning disabilities have received is not a shopping list from which you can choose. You are entitled only to the help that allows you to use your accommodating techniques in order to overcome your disability.

Develop your support system from the beginning

As soon as possible, or before school begins, make yourself official, register with the college’s Office for Students with Disabilities. Find out where the tutoring and additional services are, introduce yourself, and create your supports. Make friends in class. Other students are excellent supports.

Remember the fundamentals. From the first day in class be dependable. Attend all classes, arrive on time, and complete work by its due date. When possible do extra credit work. There’s no substitute for hard work. This conscientiousness helps you advocate for yourself, because professors want to help responsible students.

Decide in which subjects you are most likely to need help. Use your high school experience as a guide. It’s unlikely that those trouble spots will evaporate when you get to college. It’s also unlikely that you’ll require accommodations in every class.

By meeting with professors before something goes wrong, they will not think you are using your learning disability as an excuse, and you will be in the position to get the help needed from the start.

Be professional

When you are ready to meet with your course instructors, schedule an appointment. What you have to discuss is important. Don’t catch the instructor in a rush before or after class.

Bring some documentation describing your learning disability to the appointment. Some people need things in black and white. Be friendly, greet your instructor and maintain eye contact. Before getting down to business show interest in your instructor. In life, if you want someone to be interested in you, show interest in him or her. The goal is to get your instructor to cooperate with you and to promote mutual respect in the process. School life is political and learning how to play the political game will be good practice for life.

Explain what kind of learning disability you have and what accommodations you require. Explain, for example, that you have an attention deficit disorder and therefore need a quiet room; if you are dysgraphic you may need to tape record classes to enable you to take better notes. When this connection is made between your disability and what you need, few professors will turn you down.

It must be clear that you are not asking for standards to be lowered. You are using tools to help you perform. To pass, you must perform the task that your classmates perform. You may, however, need to get there in a different way. Dyslexic students have to read the textbook just as nondyslexic students do. They may just do it differently through the use of books on tape.

Don’t be aggressive. It isn’t in your best interest to turn a professor against you. But don’t be passive either. Stand up for your rights. The best approach is to be assertive. If things don’t go well, ask the Office for Students with Disabilities for help. No matter what happens in the meeting, thank your professor for his/her time. Stay professional.

Many students have no problem getting their professors to cooperate. Their success has a lot to do with how it’s done. By developing these social skills, you’re developing your emotional intelligence, which is in the end one of the most important accommodating techniques for overcoming a learning disability.

About the author: Linda G. Tessler, PhD, is licensed psychologist in private practice in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Dr. Tessler’s major interest is in serving persons with learning disabilities.

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College Essay: Accepting a Disability

I had never thought about what it would mean to have a disability.  

Then in fourth grade I had my first seizure. I woke up to go to school and wandered into my parents’ room, not knowing what was happening. My parents and I were freaked out, but after a long day in the children’s hospital, the doctors and nurses said I was going to be fine. They said it would likely never happen again. Little did I know that would not be the case for me.    

Two years later, it did happen again. After a few more seizures, I met with a neurologist, was diagnosed with epilepsy and had a more in-depth brain scan. The results changed my life and changed my view of myself. I found out I was having more than 10 microseizures every minute, ranging from a couple of milliseconds to five seconds. It was as if my brain was covered in a thick haze, like smoky air from a distant wildfire. I had no idea what this would mean for my future and my daily life.  

Not long after, I started on medication. That’s when I knew this would be a lifelong struggle.  

I did not want to accept the fact that I now had a disability or that I was different from my classmates. All I wanted was for my brain to be “normal.”  

At one point, my mom had heard enough of my complaining and asked, “If you can’t accept yourself, how can you expect anyone else to accept you?” I was mad at first, then I realized this was exactly what I needed to hear. I was trying to hate a part of myself, and was expecting everyone else to accept and love that part with open arms. I needed to be easier on myself. 

“Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that,” Martin Luther King Jr. once said. I adored this quote and recited it to everyone I knew as a child. It came back to me as I struggled to accept my disability. I figured out what these words meant to me in this new era of my life. I had to stop hating a part of myself and learn to love it, especially since I could not change it. I needed to accept how I felt, so I could go back to living my life to the fullest.  

  It was hard, but I began to accept my situation and started to see some of the upsides of my epilepsy. A friend who knew about my emergency medication was always partnered with me on field trips in case I had a seizure. So I got to spend a lot of time with a very good friend. I had no peer pressure to do drugs. And I even got out of watching horror movies and visiting haunted houses because of the strobe lights. These benefits made me realize that although my life might be different, it had not changed as dramatically as I feared.    

As I accepted my disability, I saw my life in a new, brighter light: I was learning to move with the changes and not fight them. Being epileptic taught me the importance of accepting, even embracing challenges. And importantly, I learned to be more empathetic of others who are struggling with disabilities.  

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Living with a disability can present unique challenges and obstacles, but it can also provide individuals with a different perspective on life and the world around them. Writing about disability can help raise awareness, promote understanding, and advocate for change. If you're looking for inspiration for your next essay on disability, here are 126 topic ideas and examples to get you started:

• The impact of disability on daily life
• Overcoming obstacles as a person with a disability
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• Disability and poverty
• Disability and aging
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• Disability and trauma
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• Disability and gender
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• Disability and sensory aids
• Disability and service animals
• Disability and emotional support animals
• Disability and therapy animals
• Disability and accessibility laws
• Disability and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Disability and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
• Disability and the Rehabilitation Act
• Disability and the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program
• Disability and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program
• Disability and the Ticket to Work program
• Disability and the Vocational Rehabilitation program
• Disability and the Special Olympics
• Disability and the Paralympic Games
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• Disability and inclusive recreation opportunities
• Disability and adaptive dance programs
• Disability and adaptive music programs
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• Disability and adaptive gaming programs
• Disability and adaptive outdoor activities
• Disability and adaptive travel experiences
• Disability and accessible tourism
• Disability and adaptive leisure activities
• Disability and adaptive social events
• Disability and adaptive volunteer opportunities
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• Disability and adaptive housing solutions
• Disability and adaptive transportation options
• Disability and adaptive technology solutions
• Disability and adaptive communication strategies
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• Disability and adaptive teaching methods
• Disability and adaptive parenting strategies
• Disability and adaptive caregiving techniques
• Disability and adaptive healthcare practices
• Disability and adaptive therapy approaches
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• Disability and adaptive social work practices
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• Disability and adaptive training programs
• Disability and adaptive education resources
• Disability and adaptive employment opportunities
• Disability and adaptive housing options
• Disability and adaptive transportation services
• Disability and adaptive technology tools
• Disability and adaptive communication devices
• Disability and adaptive community programs
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Special education encompasses all the methods and strategies employed to ensure that children who have specialized educational needs such as learning disabilities, developmental disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, physical disabilities, and communication problems among other aspects that may require individualized attention. Such students may benefit from services provided within the tenets of special education. This paper will focus on creating a flow chart depicting the process and laws of special education and also provide a summary of the chart indicating the roles of parents, students and schools.

The chart below depicts a comprehensive outline of the special education process and laws that are followed within the school.

Alignment: essay you might want to emulate, article 1: “considerations for special education assessment systems.".

Special education involves students with some physical or mental complication that requires special attention from their teachers. Such students are given specific attention as compared to normal students because their conditions affect their understanding and performance in general.

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Essay on national adult literacy and learning disabilities center academy for educational.

This national resource, based in DC, offered people information on providing literary services, provided technical help in developing best practices for people creating literary programs for those with learning disabilities, and offered training for literacy program practitioners – very useful training for parents or teachers who want to know more about how to teach students with learning disabilities.

High Road Academy of Washington DC

Individualized, remedial programs for students with learning disabilities; integrates computer technology in all aspects of the program; focuses on improvement in auditory processing skills – effective means of teaching computer skills to those with LD.

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Hi! So I have been legally blind my entire life and completely blind in my right eye. I was thinking about writing my college essay about overcoming the challenges of my disability and learning to accept it. Would this be a good idea or will it hurt me in admissions because colleges don't want a disabled kid on their campus?

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