A Commentary on Inclusion and the Development of a Positive Self-Identify by People with Disabilities.

Stainback, Susan; And Others

Notes FAQ Contact Us

Back to results

Peer reviewed

ERIC Number: EJ483473

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1994

Pages: N/A

Abstractor: N/A

ISBN: N/A

ISSN: ISSN-0014-4029

EISSN: N/A

Available Date: N/A

A Commentary on Inclusion and the Development of a Positive Self-Identify by People with Disabilities.

Stainback, Susan; And Others

Exceptional Children, v60 n6 p486-90 May 1994

This paper examines the issue of individuals with disabilities being able to develop a positive self-identity within the integration/inclusion movement and outlines how the development of self-identity can be enhanced through formation of purposeful access groups, which involve planned opportunities for people who share common characteristics to get together. (JDD)

Descriptors: Disabilities, Group Experience, Group Membership, Individual Needs, Interests, Self Concept, Self Esteem, Social Integration, Social Support Groups, Student Needs

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

Education Level: N/A

Audience: N/A

Language: English

Sponsor: N/A

Authoring Institution: N/A

Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A

Author Affiliations: N/A