Many Shades of Success
Other Views of Post-Secondary Options
Published on 2. August 2007
Book
Paperback/Softback
122 pages
978-1-930877-14-6 (ISBN)
Description
Historically, transitions are quite difficult for children and youths with learning disabilities. The child is entering a major life transition as he/she departs the relative cocoon of high school and enters the world of work or a post-secondary placement. This is not the end of a journey; it is the beginning of a new one. This extraordinary book of essays is designed to guide you on this voyage. An insightful, succinct, and reader-friendly book.
Reviews / Votes
Transitions are, historically, quite difficult for children and youths with learning disabilities. Your child is entering a major life transition as he departs the relative "cocoon" of high school and enters the world of work or a post-secondary placement. This is not the end of a journey; it is the beginning of a new one. This extraordinary book of essays is designed to guide you on this voyage. -- Richard D. LavoieMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Waltham
United States
Publishing group
Rowman & Littlefield
Dimensions
Height: 233 mm
Width: 155 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
249 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-930877-14-6 (9781930877146)
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Persons
Teresa Allissa Citro is the executive director of the Learning Disabilities Association of Massachusetts and editor of the award winning book Parenting the Child With Learning Disabilities: The Experts Speak.
Content
Chapter 1 Guides Along the Road Chapter 2 Options for Independence Chapter 3 Post-Secondary Options: College Isn't the Only Path after High School Chapter 4 Non-Traditional Education for People with Learning Disabilities Chapter 5 On Post-Secondary Opportunities for Learning Disabled Students: Establishing Connections Chapter 6 To Serve or Not To Serve Chapter 7 Planning Ahead: Helping Your Teen Transition From School to Work Chapter 8 Community Partnerships: The Key to Independence Chapter 9 Transitional Issues and Strategies for Change: Becoming the Successful Young Adult