Chris Carew December 1, 2005
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Chris CarewChris CarewDecember 1, 2005December 1, 2005
Presentation
“Meeting the Needs of Students with LD:Transitioning from Secondary to Post
Secondary and Beyond”
Agenda
1.LDAO?2.LDAO Projects3.LDAO Web Resources4.Transitioning: What’s
important?5.Questions
LDAO – A provincial association projects
LDAO is a provincial association with 21 chapters throughout Ontario.
Ontario’s national body is LDAC located in Ottawa.
Mission Statement
“to provide leadership in advocacy, research,
education, & services and to advance the participation
of children, youth and adults with LD in today’s
society”
Mission Statement [2]
We value promoting positive change through:
InnovationStrategic partnershipsCredible advocacyInformed public policyProducts/services
ProjectProjectss
projects
LDAO is almost halfway through a two-year campaign to encourage youth with LD to stay in school. Many of the products and supports that we are developing can be found on the ACCESS site.
Youth Campaign
projects
The ACCESS website provides password-protected information and community building opportunities to individuals with LDs, professionals and parents.
The Access Site
projects Access Youth
The new Access Youth site is being designed to support youth with LDs with school, social issues and employment.
intervention
screening and/or tracking flagging
projects
The WBTT program is based on The Dynamic Screening and Intervention Model used by teachers throughout the year to flag and support at risk students.
The Web Based Teaching Tool
projects
The WBTT site has been redesigned to be more user-friendly and includes many new features.
WBTT is funded by the Ministry of Education.
The Web Based Teaching Tool
projects
SoAR is a series of three workbooks for students of middle school age that explore learning and LDs, study skills, self-advocacy and future-planning. A teacher’s manual is also available.
Some Assembly Required
projects
SoAR has been translated into French and will soon be available for sale!
SoAR en Français
projects
SoAR HS, a graphical guide to LDs geared to High School students, is nearing completion.
SoAR High School
projects
Job Fit is a facilitated series for adults with LD.
Book 1 helps individuals explore their own LDs and their potential impact on their employment prospects.
Book 2 helps refine this understanding, and individual work preferences and style.
Job Fit
projects
The Employment Brochure is for employers to help them support current and future employees with LDs.
Employment Brochure
projects Library Resource Project
The library resource project will increase the number of books, videos and journals available to our chapters and the public - and allow online searching of our catalogue.
www.access.ldao.ca
www.access.ldao.ca
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www.access.resources.ldao.ca
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www.access.resources.ldao.ca
www.access.resources.ldao.ca
www.access.community.ldao.ca
www.access.community.ldao.ca
www.access.learning.ldao.ca
www.access.learning.ldao.ca
www.access.learning.ldao.ca
www.access.youth.ldao.ca
www.access.youth.ldao.ca
www.access.youth.ldao.ca
www.access.youth.ldao.ca
Transitioning
Transition Planning Resource Guide for Students
with Learning Disabilities
Available on LDAO website
Successful Transitioning
identifies needsrecognized strengthsinterests & preferencesshort/long-term goalsexperiences, academicsinvolvement in community
Transition Team
Consider the whole studentQualified Spec Ed teacherTransition co-ordinator in placeInclusion of the student – helps introduce self-advocacy skillsGoals, actions, timelinesEvaluation process – outcomes based on student’s own realistic goals
School Board Level
Mandated•Learning Strategies courses•courses exploring career choices•IEP includes AT Plan•resources; personnel/funding•written accommodation plan – self advocacy•Stakeholders aware of transition plan
Changes in Student Environment
Contact decreasesIndividualized instruction reducedReduced role for parent/supportsGreater expectations for student;
•self-motivated/resilient•greater independence•able to self-advocate for accom.•apply coping strategies indep.•cope with disclosure challenges
Essential Components of TP
Academic preparation; Personal skills development; and
Specific preparation for destination
Successful Transitioning
Understand their LD; potential and actual impact on learning &workPositive self-image;Develop positive personal qualitiesRealistic and realizable goals;Social skills & pro-social behaviourEffective studyingNeeded skill areas; accommod.Portfolio – relevant/past work
Successful Transitioning [2]
Know rights/responsibilities as LD student, potential worker & citizenPrepare for and practice disclosureLearn how to select appropriate postsecondary destination optionsKnowledge to access resources; funding, accommodations, services
Successful Transitioning [3]
Seek out a learning environment; supportive and allows demonstration of competenciesWilling to commit to life-long learningWilling to work hard to achieve goals
Accommodations
Access to assistive technologyExtra time for time-related tasksAlternative format i.e. exams/tasksAccess to;
•scribe, reader, note taker•preview of assignments•alternative/reduced reading lists•tutoring, remedial programming
Accommodations [2]
Access to special coursesDiagnostic assessmentsCounseling, advocacy supportReduced work loadLonger period for completion
Special Needs Policy
Post secondary institutions are urged to create and utilize a
special needs policy – one that is widely known and accepted by
students and faculty.
Employment Issues
EmployabilityJob ReadinessEssential Job DutiesSocial Skills
Employable to Employed;training, support, accommodation
Disclosure: Is it the right thing?
Advantages
Disadvantages
Issues to consider
Advantages of Disclosure
Honesty. Peace of mindAllows institution to make individual considerationsConsideration through institution’s affirmative action and equity programMay allow acceptance to program with limited enrolmentIEP, I.PR.C., student profile may be considered
Disadvantages of Disclosure
May result in not being considered for a program that may be in line with interests & aptitudeIf not accepted - feeling of prejudice due to lack of understanding of LDCannot retract disclosure; you may not have an opportunity to explain it
Disclosure – issues to consider
1.Can you present information about your LD in a succinct manner?
2.Do you have the necessary documentation?
3.Do you know if the institution has an effective special needs policy/office?
Disclosure Checklist
Application processAcceptance – prior to difficultiesDifficulties without provision of accommodationsNo disclosureWorkplace settingsJob interviewJob Offer (before you start/after you start)Difficulties at work(prior to discl.)
Successful Transitioning
Focus on abilities and competencies ahead of the barriers
There is no one suitable post secondary destination or career
choice.
LDAO as a Resource
www.ldao.ca
About Learning Disabilities
Special EducationInformation for Parents
Transition Planning Resource Guide for Students with LD’s
Thank-you
Questions