Trends and Issues Involving Disabilities in Higher Education

Kauffman, James M.; Anastasiou, Dimitris; Felder, Marion; Lopes, João A.; Hallenbeck, Betty A.; Hornby, Garry; Ahrbeck, Bernd

doi:10.3390/higheredu2010001

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“…Increasingly, adults with IDD and other disabilities are continuing their education at the postsecondary level in colleges and universities [23]. There are now 312 colleges nationwide offering programs for these students [24,25]. Over 6000 students with ID are enrolled in postsecondary education programs [25].…”

Section: Global Journal Of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilitiesmentioning

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The Meaning of DEI for Persons with IDD

Kauffman,

Polloway,

Hallahan

2023

GJIDD

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) collectively provide a foundation for the fair treatment and active participation in society for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Diversity recognizes the unique qualities and characteristics of individuals with IDD and acknowledges their strengths and talents as well as their weaknesses, differences, and unique needs. Equity focuses on the provision of equal access to opportunities and life experiences for individuals with IDD. Inclusion emphasizes the active engagement of students and adults with IDD in school and community, respectively.

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Section: Global Journal Of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilitiesmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Meaning of DEI for Persons with IDD

Kauffman,

Polloway,

Hallahan

2023

GJIDD

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“…A similar trend has been observed in England, where the number of SWD increased by 36 per cent between 2015 and 2019. Reports from Australia show a 123 per cent increase in the number of undergraduate domestic SWD between 2008 and 2017 (Kauffman et al., 2023).…”

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Studying online with special needs: A student perspective

Öhrstedt,

Käck,

Reierstam

et al. 2024

Research in Spec Educ Needs

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As diversity is increasing in higher education, the number of students with disabilities (SWD) grows. In parallel, technological development and online education change the conditions for teaching and learning. Previous research indicates that the digitalisation provides both challenges and opportunities for equal participation. This study explores the experiences of SWD in online higher education, using the Communities of Inquiry model as a theoretical framework. A questionnaire with 6256 students (430 SWD) examines the differences and similarities between SWD and other students in online courses. The results show that SWD are a heterogeneous group with diverse needs and preferences, and that online education can offer both advantages and disadvantages for them. The main advantages are using technology to compensate for disabilities, enabling more equal participation, and the flexibility and convenience of online courses. The main challenges are difficulties in planning and self‐regulation, decreased motivation and increased stress, perceived uncertainties about examination requirements and proceedings and the unfulfilled need for interactive environments and feedback. The importance of faculty–student relationships is highlighted, and the significance of clarity and accessibility, feedback and interaction and flexibility and variation in creating inclusive online courses is emphasised. Implications for policy and practice are suggested.

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Martial Arts Interventions for Inclusion and Wellness: A Case of Children with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)

Spring,

Ramkissoon

2024

Int J Sociol Leis

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Martial arts are a Broad set of Activities that Offer the Opportunity to Engage in a Physical Activity that can Produce a Range of Benefits for Young People. The Broad Nature of Martial arts also Brings Merits to Children with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) as they have an Opportunity to Engage Better in more Activities and are not Limited to just Traditional Physical Activity Offered in Their Educational Settings. This Paper Draws on the Literature to show how Martial arts is Linked to Leisure Research and how it also fits into the Realm of Wellness Benefits for Young Children on SEND. The Paper Highlights the Potential Benefits of Martial arts Interventions and Discusses its Usefulness in Promoting Inclusion. The Preliminary Findings from a Pilot Study Suggest that SEND Children do Indicate some Changes in Their Behaviours through the Martial arts Interventions. Reduced Scores were Observed in Areas around those that might Cause Anxiety, Anger and Frustration, whilst Excitement and Calmness was Improved. The Reactions of Carers and Teaching Assistants Displayed Improvements in Anxiety and Positive Behaviours.

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Trends and Issues Involving Disabilities in Higher Education

Cited by 8 publications

References 32 publications

The Meaning of DEI for Persons with IDD

The Meaning of DEI for Persons with IDD

Studying online with special needs: A student perspective

Martial Arts Interventions for Inclusion and Wellness: A Case of Children with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)

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