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Byrd, Stephen 1 1 Elon University . The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education ; Paramus Vol. 28, Iss. 1,
(Oct/Nov 2017): 26-27.
ABSTRACT (ENGLISH)
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic
experts.) (AP)(THE CONVERSATION) If you're entering college as a student with a disability, the first thing you
should know is that you're not alone. According to special education researcher David J. Conner, some students
"face greater difficulties than their nondisabled counterparts in: concentrating on the task at hand, determining the
saliency of information presented in class, applying test strategies, and managing time." Find Academic and Social
Support Often freshmen with special needs don't seek out academic support through their university's disability
services.
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(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic
experts.)
(AP)(THE CONVERSATION) If you're entering college as a student with a disability, the first thing you should know
is that you're not alone. In a study of approximately 11,000 young adults with disabilities, nearly 20 percent were
found to have attended a four-year college or university at some point after high school.
And, like all students, you should have a sense of pride in what the college experience can do for you: You've
demonstrated self-determination in deciding to take classes, meet new friends and have many exciting
experiences. What's more, you and your family are making an important contribution to your future. Many studies
show that success in college is an indicator of success in the work world.
As a professor of education and program coordinator for special education, I teach first-year students and advise
students throughout their undergraduate careers. Over my 12 years of teaching, I've seen some of the challenges
that stand in the way of success for college students with special needs - many of which apply to nearly all
students.
These challenges can prove daunting, but there are strategies that can help.
Help Your Professor Understand
Often disabilities are hidden, but that just means that you can't see them when you meet someone. Hidden or not,
disabilities are real.
Many professors don't know very much about disability or may not have had much experience making changes to
their classes. Or perhaps it's been a while since they've had a student with special needs in their classroom.
Providing some websites or simple readings may be helpful.
The important thing is to help your professor understand that you're not trying to get by with easier work. Instead,
you want them to see that your accommodations are there so that you can be successful. Communicate to them
that you're willing to work hard and put in the extra time that's necessary to master the content.
In my experience, faculty can be very supportive - and your best advocates at college. Know that they're going to
be your mentors and the ones to help you find internships and even jobs. They're going to be the ones writing your
recommendation letters in the future.
DETAILS
Subject: College students; Special education; Young adults; Mentors; Colleges &universities;
Success; Disability; College campuses
Ethnicity: Hispanic
Volume: 28
Issue: 1
Pages: 26-27
ISSN: 10542337
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