ERIC Number: EJ1196718
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018
Pages: 17
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0827-3383
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Participation of Students with Disabilities in College Ready Programs
Freeman-Green, Shaqwana; Test, David W.; Holzberg, Debra
International Journal of Special Education, v33 n3 p715-731 2018
Benefits of graduating with a college degree include higher earnings, lower unemployment rates, improved health, and increased job satisfaction. A number of college-ready programs are offered to help prepare students for postsecondary education and careers (e.g., advanced placement, International Baccalaureate, dual enrollment, Tech Prep); however, little is known about the inclusion of students with disabilities in these programs. This study evaluated 15 college-ready programs to determine if they served students with disabilities, what program evaluation data indicated for students in these programs, and if program evaluation data were disaggregated for students with disabilities, what were the outcomes. Results indicated 12 of the programs resulted in successful preparation for postsecondary education; however, of the 15 programs reviewed, only two disaggregated data for students with disabilities. Implications for practice and directions for future research are discussed.
Descriptors: Disabilities, College Preparation, Postsecondary Education, Inclusion, Access to Education, Program Evaluation, Program Effectiveness, Advanced Placement Programs, High School Students, Career Academies, Dual Enrollment, High Schools, At Risk Students, Honors Curriculum, Talent Identification, Intervention
International Journal of Special Education. 2889 Highbury Street, Vancouver, BC V6R 3T7, Canada. Web site: http://www.internationalsped.com/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Secondary Education; Postsecondary Education; High Schools
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Language: English
Sponsor: Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services (OSERS) (ED)
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Grant or Contract Numbers: H326E140004