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50 Years of ERIC
The Education Resources Information Center (ERIC) is celebrating its 50th Birthday! First opened on May 15th, 1964 ERIC continues the long tradition of ongoing innovation and enhancement.

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Cole, Bettie S.; Cain, Marguerite W. – Journal of Social Work Education, 1996
Discussion of accommodation of disabled students in social work education looks at finding a balance between educational integrity and the needs and rights of students. A proactive approach to meeting the needs of all students is encouraged. Topics addressed include definition of essential standards, reasonable accommodation, testing,…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Accessibility (for Disabled), College Students, Course Content
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Cole, Bettie S. – Journal of Social Work Education, 1991
Social work educators are responsible for gatekeeping for the profession, including screening out "unsuitable" program applicants. Educators must exercise caution and beware of legal constraints affecting admissions and retention decisions, as exemplified in court cases and the advice of legal experts. Guidelines can assist social work educators…
Descriptors: Admission Criteria, College Admission, Court Litigation, Higher Education
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Cole, Bettie S.; And Others – Journal of Social Work Education, 1995
Major issues in social work education related to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 are examined, including relevant case law for admissions, reasonable classroom accommodations, and field placements. Social work educators are reminded that professional ethics and standards mandate equal…
Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Access to Education, Accessibility (for Disabled), College Admission
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Cole, Bettie S.; Lewis, Robert G. – Journal of Social Work Education, 1993
Court litigation concerning the dismissal of undergraduate and graduate social work students who are academically, behaviorally, or ethically unsuitable to practice as social workers is reviewed. Substance abuse cases are included. Guidelines for educators for developing behavioral and ethical criteria for student suitability are offered.…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, College Students, Court Litigation, Drug Abuse