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Fichten, Catherine S.; Nguyen, Mai N.; Asuncion, Jennison V.; Barile, Maria; Budd, Jillian; Amsel, Rhonda; Libman, Eva – Exceptionality Education International, 2010
This study evaluates how well information and communication technology (ICT) related needs of students with various disabilities are met at school, at home, and in e-learning contexts. Results are based on the POSITIVES Scale, a 26 item objective measure of how well the ICT related needs of these students are met. The sample consists of 131…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Disabilities, Foreign Countries, Accessibility (for Disabled)
Marshak, Laura; Van Wieren, Todd; Ferrell, Dianne Raeke; Swiss, Lindsay; Dugan, Catherine – Journal of Postsecondary Education and Disability, 2010
Federal legislation requires most colleges and universities to provide equal access and reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. However, many students do not fully avail themselves of college disability services and accommodations. It is important for Office of Disability Services (ODS) personnel to understand the reasons for…
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Accessibility (for Disabled), Barriers
Wah, Lee Lay – International Journal of Special Education, 2010
This paper provides a snapshot into how three individual schools from three different countries practice inclusive education. In the case of the UK primary school, inclusive practices are focused on the provision of external resources and expertise to supplement instruction in the classroom. In the Netherlands, the focus is on teacher change…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Foreign Countries, Change Strategies, Inclusion
Stone, Vathsala I.; Lockett, Michelle; Usiak, Douglas J.; Arthanat, Sajay – Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits, 2010
This paper presents methodology and findings from three product efficacy studies that verify the quality of life benefits resulting from prior research, development, and transfer activities. The paper then discusses key lessons learned with implications for product evaluation practice. The studies assessed the quality of three assistive technology…
Descriptors: Summative Evaluation, Quality of Life, Technology Transfer, Program Effectiveness
Sanchez, Jaime; Saenz, Mauricio – Computers & Education, 2010
This study evaluates the impact of using the software program AudioMetro, a tool that supports the orientation and mobility of people who are blind in the Metro system of Santiago de Chile. A quasi-experimental study considering experimental and control groups and using the paired Student's t in a two sample test analysis (pretest-posttest) was…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Blindness, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation
Ladner, Matthew – Friedman Foundation for Educational Choice, 2012
Louisiana has emerged as one of the most fascinating states in the nation for education reform. The state's creative response to rebuilding the New Orleans education system in the wake of Hurricane Katrina is now considered a potential model for reformers across the nation. Governor Bobby Jindal has carried the reforms further in pushing for…
Descriptors: Evidence, Public Schools, Elementary Secondary Education, School Choice
Kamei-Hannan, Cheryl – Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2008
This study examined the accessibility barriers of a computerized adapted test called the Measure of Academic Performance. The results showed that as magnification increased, time on the test increased and students required visual efficiency skills. Students who used refreshable braille displays were faced with several obstacles. (Contains 4…
Descriptors: Visual Impairments, Educational Technology, Assistive Technology, Accessibility (for Disabled)
Felix, Lisa – Library Journal, 2008
As the first wave of baby boomers hit their "golden years," there is a growing demand for housing that meets their changing physical needs. The older and disabled population face a lot of physical challenges in a traditional home. Before homeowners can modify their houses, they must first understand the key design terminology involved.…
Descriptors: Housing Needs, Baby Boomers, Accessibility (for Disabled), Disabilities
Caverly, David C. – Journal of Developmental Education, 2008
In this article, the author discusses Assistive Technology (AT) for writing. AT provides access and assistance for students with disabilities (Swd) who might not otherwise have success with writing. Still, having access is not enough. Swd need to be assisted in their selection of the variety of AT that best fits their needs, trained how to use the…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Assistive Technology, Disabilities, Writing (Composition)
van Roosmalen, Linda; Hobson, Douglas – Exceptional Parent, 2008
Over the past year, a team of transportation engineers, product designers, and therapists has been writing a series of articles about wheelchair transportation safety in partnership with "EP." These experts understand the importance of transportation for social inclusion, maintaining health, and being able to get to school and work. Previous…
Descriptors: School Buses, Research and Development, Travel, Safety
Yeung, Polly H. Y.; Passmore, Anne E.; Packer, Tanya L. – Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, 2008
Background: Citizenship participation by young adults has reciprocal benefits both for the individual and for society. This paper provides an insight into the ways young people with cerebral palsy (CP) perceive their citizenship experiences, and also examines factors which may influence citizenship participation for this group. Method: Qualitative…
Descriptors: Citizenship, Cerebral Palsy, Young Adults, Foreign Countries
Kauffman, James M.; Landrum, Timothy J. – Exceptionality, 2009
The civil rights movements involving skin tone, gender or gender orientation, disability, and other physiognomic features remain important in securing the legal rights of individuals to equal treatment and equal opportunities regardless of their personal characteristics of color, origin, gender, and so on. Unfortunately, these welcome civil rights…
Descriptors: Civil Rights, Behavior Disorders, Disability Identification, Disproportionate Representation
Soneson, Heidi M.; Cordano, Roberta J. – Frontiers: The Interdisciplinary Journal of Study Abroad, 2009
Universal Design provides a framework to effectively increase the number of students studying abroad by creating and expanding supportive environments designed to meet a wide range of student needs. While the concept of Universal Design originated with the needs of students with disabilities, its value and application extend to a much wider…
Descriptors: Student Needs, Program Effectiveness, Study Abroad, Access to Education
Weigert, Susan – Peabody Journal of Education, 2009
In this commentary on the "Peabody Journal of Education" special edition, the author addresses implications of the contributing articles to three central domains of interest to states engaged in or considering the development of an alternate assessment on modified academic achievement standards: (a) identifying an eligible student population, (b)…
Descriptors: Test Items, Eligibility, Alternative Assessment, Academic Achievement
Garbutt, Ruth – Disability & Society, 2009
This article addresses some of the difficulties inherent in disseminating emancipatory research findings in academic journals in a way that is empowering to people with learning difficulties in the UK. It calls for academics to challenge the editorial criteria of academic journals to consider accepting articles written in a more accessible style.…
Descriptors: Learning Problems, Mental Retardation, Access to Information, Journal Articles