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Dowe, Sandra – British Journal of Special Education, 2000
This article chronicles the struggles of a student who is profoundly deaf and his relationship with a home tutor. His rejection of offered traditional supports (such as hearing aids, employment, placement in a community college) are discussed, along with the contributions of the disability movement in shaping his view of himself as…
Descriptors: Attitudes toward Disabilities, Deafness, Employment, Foreign Countries
Exceptional Parent, 1979
In interviews with two disabled young adults, the difficulties of college life, both on and off campus, are explored. Topics covered include such areas as the problems of transportation, fears, leaving home, friendships, housing, support systems, and self-advocacy. (PHR)
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), College Students, Disabilities, Emotional Adjustment

Papalia-Berardi, Anne; Hughes, Charles A.; Papalia, Anthony S. – Teacher Education and Special Education, 2002
This article examines factors affecting the participation and achievement of students with disabilities in teacher education programs. It considers federal legislation affecting their involvement in such programs, their admission, performance of essential teaching functions, accommodation provision and accessibility, basic skills competency…
Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Academic Achievement, College Students, Competency Based Teacher Education