Center for Literacy and Disability Studies, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
University of North Carolina: Tar Heel Reader
Students can create, illustrate, and publish books for beginning readers, which are made available for the public to read. Authors must go through the free registration process in order to create a book.
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Digital History
Digital History: Social Security, Unemployment Insurance, and Welfare [Pdf]
After reading a brief history of Social Security and its inception in the United States during the Great Depression, find out about the various programs that provide a social safety net to its citizens. See how these programs are funded,...
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Physical Therapist
What does a physical therapist do? What are the working conditions, training, employment outlook, and earnings? Find out if this jobs for you.
AdLit
Ad lit.org: Writing Disabilities: An Overview
Learn from an expert why some kids with learning disabilities struggle with writing and how some instructional approaches can help.
AdLit
Ad lit.org: Transitioning Students With Disabilities to Higher Education
How can you help high school students get ready for post-secondary education? Review these recommendations from the Department of Education and find out how to help students understand their disabilities, explain their disabilities to...
University of South Florida
Handicapped Victims of the Holocaust
This page describes what life was like for handicapped people during the Holocaust and how they were persecuted.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Alice Walker
A good balance of biographical information and commentary on Alice Walker's work. Includes a suggested reading list.
University at Buffalo
Cirrie: Caregivers: Their Role in Rehabilitation
A report addressing the roles and impact of caring for others. Caregivers (carers) have many aspects to consider for both themselves and the person who needs to be cared for because the tasks are often daunting and may lead to familial,...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: What Does This Symbol Actually Mean?
What does the wheelchair image of the International Symbol of Access mean? Adrian Treharne explains. [4:10]
Incredible Art Department
The Incredible Art Department: Special Education & the Arts
Suggestions and links for teaching art to students with special needs or language barriers.
US Department of Labor
U.s. Department of Labor: Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973
The U.S. Department of Labor provides the text of Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The text is complete, factual, as well as informative.
Other
Codi: Adaptive Computing
At CODI you will find links to various companies and the products available to meet adaptive technology needs for a variety of people. Many of the resources are expensive but funding is available through a variety of resources.
Other
Codi: Computing
This is a site for information about computer adaptations for people with special needs. If you have a need this is the place to visit to find an answer to your question.
Other
Cpsr: Cyber Rights
CPSR offers an informative discussion of current legal and policy topics hosted by group working for rights of assembly and speech for online communities.
Other
Psychology Information Online: Forensic Psychology
Gives a definition of forensic psychology and gives area of law where forensic psychology might be used.
Other
Disabilities Resources Organization
This site is the home page for the Disabilities Resources Organization. You may wish to choose the link to your state to find local agencies and organizations. The link to "Alphabet Soup" lists acronyms--it is a great link to follow.
Other
Ld Pride Online: Learning Styles & Multiple Intelligence
Are you looking to find out how you learn best? Explore the world of learning styles and multiple intelligences through on online quiz. Through identifying your learning style, you will be able to capitalize on your strengths and skills.
Other
Labor Arts: One Hundred Years of Goodwill
In celebration of Goodwill's 100th anniversary in 2002, Labor Arts put together a collection of artwork, from pamphlet covers to commissioned prints, that reflect Goodwill's history and mission.
Other
Kairos: A Journal of Rhetoric, Technology and Pedagogy
KAIROS, a quarterly online journal, explores the effect various technologies have in the classroom, as well as other large-scale issues relating to education.
Other
Nonverbal Learning Disorder
Comprehensive resource for information about this often undiagnosed disorder. It includes research, assessment tips as well as strategies that may benefit people with a Nonverbal Learning Disorder.
Other
Nonverbal Learning Disorder
Comprehensive resource for information about this often undiagnosed disorder. It includes research, assessment tips as well as strategies that may benefit people with a Nonverbal Learning Disorder.
Other
Infinitec: Living With Assistive Technology
Learn all you can about living with assistive technology by checking out the topics outlined in this section of the INFINITEC website.
Other
Nichd: Spina Bifida
This site from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development provides in-depth information about the birth defect, Spina Bifida.
Kidsource OnLine
Kid Source on Line: College Planning for Students With Learning Disabilities
This article will help teachers who are guiding LD students in looking for and applying to college programs. Find a list of questions teachers and students should consider as they explore schools and their options for students with...
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