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ERIC Number: EJ961683
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2011
Pages: 8
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1046-6819
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Learning Disabilities and Employment before and in the Americans with Disabilities Act Era: Progress or a Bridge Too Far?
Gerber, Paul J.; Batalo, Cecilia G.; Achola, Edwin O.
Learning Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, v17 n3 p123-130 Fall 2011
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and its amendments have been in existence for a little more than twenty years. Title One, which pertains to employment, has had a bearing on employment for persons with disabilities, particularly the high incidence category of learning disabilities, who for the most part work in competitive employment settings. This article examines two data sets--the research on employment of individuals with learning disabilities before and in the ADA era. Analysis shows that with the extant research, it is difficult to conclude that the ADA has made a significant impact thus far, despite testimonials of success in employment settings since its inception. Suggestions are included on how to pursue research in this area. (Contains 2 tables.)
Learning Disabilities Association of America. 4156 Library Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15234. Tel: 412-341-1515; Fax: 412-344-0224; e-mail: info@ldaamerica.org; Web site: http://www.ldaamerica.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Laws, Policies, & Programs: Americans with Disabilities Act 1990
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