In this article, the author offers suggestions for effectively addressing disability in and outside the classroom. She believes that a new vision for disability education that moves away from a limitations model and toward humanizing disabilities is crucial for campus communities. Through an introduction to universal design of instruction,…

Various provisions of new civil rights laws for persons with disabilities are reviewed. Problems in areas such as housing and the media (especially television), which are not covered by the new laws, are pointed out. (GC)

Reasons why discrimination against qualified handicapped individuals persists include fears that their problems are insurmountable in the workplace and a lack of awareness of their rights under the Rehabilitation Act (1973) and their support systems. Includes sources of information on employing the handicapped. (JOW)

Three federal acts--the Architectural Barriers Act, the Urban Mass Transportation Assistance Act, and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973--are the focus of this examination of federal efforts to remove physical barriers. Requirements, application, and remedies of the federal legislation and how each act relates to the others are considered. (AF)

Considers sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, focusing on (1) who is covered, (2) the line between nondiscrimination and affirmative action, and (3) elements of an affirmative action program for handicapped persons. (GC)

Numerous interpretation problems currently exist in the statutory and regulatory definition of "handicapped individual." The three-part definition as set forth in section 504 of the 1974 amendments is analyzed, and potential sources of controversy are identified in each section. Possible applications of such a broad definition are…

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 prohibits discrimination by any recipient of federal assistance on the basis of a person's handicap. Discussion centers on claiming protection under Section 504, a court case illustrating affirmative duty, and private right of action and standards for scrutinizing unequal treatment. (AF)

The article examines the Rehabilitation Act of 1973's requirement of "reasonable accommodation of handicapped persons in employment" in terms of associated regulations, court cases, and use of deaf interpreters. (DB)

Reviews legislative history concerning handicapped employees, discusses the impact of pending legislation, and answers questions posed by potential employers in the private sector concerning handicapped employees' job performance, absenteeism, turnover, work relations with other workers, and insurance and accessibility costs. (MLF)

Answers to questions about institutional obligations under Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 illustrate the legal issues that may confront college administrators as they make efforts to comply. Topics include: institutions that are covered, individuals who are protected, reasonable accommodation, affirmative action, and legal…

As part of a series of topic papers assessing federal laws and programs affecting persons with disabilities, this paper focuses on employment programs and initiatives. Described are (1) the transition model of the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS), which emphasizes a solid educational foundation and adequate…

Federal regulations regarding the handicapped pose problems for recipients of federal aid, but higher education's reactions have been more positive than negative. The principle problems seem to be compliance costs, the need for interpretation of the regulations, and difficulties in the areas of admissions and academic requirements. (Author/JMD)

This book brings together materials, cases, and opinions regarding the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974; analyzes these materials; and examines their impact on employer personnel policies. Also considered are the amendments to the 1967…

Intended for school district attorneys, administrators, and others responsible for regulation enforcement, the seven articles in this publication concern federal civil rights legislation affecting schools. The substance of the regulations and the procedures employed by regulatory agencies (particularly the Office for Civil Rights) are examined and…