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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
Pages: 11
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Improving Access to Accommodations: Reducing Political and Institutional Barriers for Canadian Postsecondary Students with Visual Impairments
Ostrowski, Christopher P.
Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, v110 n1 p15-25 Jan-Feb 2016
Challenges to obtaining quality academic accommodations for students with visual impairments in postsecondary education hinder accessibility and the success of such students. The limitations of current policies and practices intended to address the needs of students in Canada are examined and potential solutions are discussed. Further systemic changes are needed to improve the quality and timeliness of accommodations.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Access to Education, Barriers, Postsecondary Education, Visual Impairments, Blindness, Admission (School), Self Determination, Instruction, Attitudes toward Disabilities, Program Implementation
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Canada
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