61. Online Disability Studies Project The Online disability studies Project is a customized fourcourse program for workerswith adults or children with developmental disabilities. LaGCConnect. http://www.lagcc.cuny.edu/connect/

HOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS COURSES HOW TO APPLY CONTACT Welcome to the Online Disability Studies Project Sponsored by LaGuardia Community College's Human Services Programs, The Center for Learning and Teaching, and the John F. Kennedy, Jr. Institute for Worker Education Is Online Study for Me? Click here to see The Online Disability Studies Project is a customized four-course program for workers in the developmental disability field. If you work with adults and/or children with developmental disabilities and other chronic conditions, you may qualify. By taking this series of online courses, you will: Expand your knowledge of the field of developmental disabilities Read about and discuss issues relevant to your work Participate in a learning environment with fellow direct care workers Benefit from the flexibility of an online classroom Earn college credit without travelling to campus If eligible, your tuition will be paid. You will receive college credits and a certificate if you successfully complete 12 credits.

62. Department Of Disability Studies PhD in disability studies. The Department of disability studies maintainsan active PhD program. Applicants who have achieved an http://som.flinders.edu.au/FUSA/disabstud/PhdDisStud.htm

About Why Study Disability Studies? Programs offered: Bachelor of Applied Disability Studies Honours in Disability Studies Graduate Certificate in Disability Studies Master of Disability Studies ... PhD in Disability Studies Associated Programs Up The Hill Program Community Re-entry Program PhD in Disability Studies The Department of Disability Studies maintains an active PhD program. Applicants who have achieved an Honours degree in a range of areas, including Disability Studies, will be considered. Where an applicant has not achieved an Honours Degree, or has not gained a high enough grade in their Honours year, additional requirements may apply before entry to candidature is approved. Study toward a PhD in Disability Studies consists of the completion of a thesis based on original research which must be completed within 4 years full time and 9 years part time. Candidates are assigned two supervisors and are required to meet with their supervisors regularly to show evidence of progress. Further information More specific information about this course view the official University Calendar listing for the PhD in Disability Studies Dimity Peter, PhD

63. Department Of Disability Studies Master of disability studies. The program of study is described in the officialUniversity Calendar listing for Master of disability studies. http://som.flinders.edu.au/FUSA/disabstud/MastDisStud.htm

About Why Study Disability Studies? Programs offered: Bachelor of Applied Disability Studies Honours in Disability Studies Graduate Certificate in Disability Studies Master of Disability Studies ... PhD in Disability Studies Associated Programs Up The Hill Program Community Re-entry Program Master of Disability Studies The Master of Disability Studies provides an effective academic pathway for students interested in becoming professional leaders and scholars in disability studies. The course provides advanced professional experiences for graduates and assists them to become effective and competent leaders. Students are introduced to research practice and evaluation and given an opportunity to write a dissertation specialising in a particular aspect of disability. At an advanced level, the course is concerned with general principles relating to disabilities. Students also are invited to specialise in areas of particular interest by selected study in topics directed to theory and practice. Further choice may be made through units of self-directed study. The course may be completed in 18 months full time, or up to five years part time. It involves

64. Disability Studies Unit disability studies Unit The disability studies Unit ( DSU ) was established in 1995under a collaborative agreement between the University of Kelaniya and the http://www.schin.ncl.ac.uk/medkel/dsu/Dsu.htm

Disability Studies Unit New activities include a Diploma Course in Speech Therapy which is sponsored by the Ministry of Health and supported by the University of London, Centre for International Child Health and the Hospital for Children Great Ormond Street, Department of Speech and Language. Post-basic Diploma ( leading later of Degree ) Programmes in Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy will be started in collaboration with the University of Sydney, Faculty of Health Sciences. Through all these activities the DSU seeks to improve the quality of life of people who have disabilities, focusing particularly on promoting the greater use of the health referral system for bringing about an improvement in their health situation. The DSU is the only academic unit in a university in a developing country focusing entirely on disability issues. Moreover, it is a self-financing unit.

65. Disability Studies disability studies Disability Challenge Studies of disability in India. Societyfor disability studies Links. AJ Pappanikou Center on disability studies. http://www.ability.org.uk/Disability_Studies.html

Our Aims Services Stats ... Z Disability Studies Disability Challenge - Studies of disability in India. Disability Studies Concentration - Applies social, cultural, historical, and philosophical perspectives to the study of disability in society. Society for Disability Studies - A nonprofit scientific and educational organization established to promote interdisciplinary research on humanistic and social scientific aspects of disability and chronic illness. Barbara Robertson's Disability Research Resources University of the West of England, Bristol - Located on five campuses, it includes the school of adult nursing, community nursing, midwifery, child nursing, health science, physiotherapy and occupational therapy, community and applied social studies, mental health and learning disability, and radiography. Society for Disability Studies Links A. J. Pappanikou Center on Disability Studies Disability Studies Web Ring - Brings together sites relating to the interdisciplinary research on the history, literature, experience and culture of people with disabilities. University of Wales, Bangor

66. CHDD - Center For Technology And Disability Studies Community Outreach. Center for Technology and disability studies KurtJohnson, PhD, 206685-4181. The UW Center for Technology and http://depts.washington.edu/chdd/ucedd/CO/co_center_tech_dis_studies.html

Site Map MRDDRC UCEDD Organization ... Admin Community Outreach Center for Technology and Disability Studies Kurt Johnson, PhD The UW Center for Technology and Disability Studies (CTDS) is a component of the Washington Assistive Technology Alliance (WATA), funded in 1993 by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research. Located at CHDD, the center provides information and referrals, manages a resource library, develops curriculum materials, publishes information on assistive technology, conducts policy and funding analysis, and provides technical and other support for regional centers for assistive technology. An assistive technology device is any item or piece of equipment used to maintain or improve the functional capabilities of a person with a disability. Many high-tech and low-tech devices are now available to assist people with disabilities with daily living tasks, communication, education, work and recreation. Examples are wheelchairs, computers, assistive listening devices, magnification systems, and augmentative communication devices. CTDS is a partner in the National Center on Accessible Information Technology in Education (Access-IT) , whose mission is to help educational institutions make electronic and information technology accessible to all students and employees. Accessible technology enables individuals with disabilities to benefit from all technology-based educational and school-related activities. AccessIT also develops and disseminates materials, training and technical assistance to help educational entities procure and use accessible electronic and information technology

67. Disability Studies Navigation menu. disability studies. Associations and Organisations Australianand international professional bodies. Government Resources http://www.lib.flinders.edu.au/resources/sub/education/disstud.html

Disability Studies Associations and Organisations Australian and international professional bodies. Government Resources Policy and legislation from the Commonwealth and States, and selected overseas governments. Research Resources Academic web sites, electronic journals and library databases. General Resources Links to disability websites from around the world. Specific disabilities: ADD/ADHD Autism Blindness and Visual Impairment Dyslexia Learning Disabilities Traumatic Brain Injury Please direct all comments to author, Liz Walkley Hall Liaison Librarian Flinders University Library. Last Updated: Tuesday, 11 March 2003, 05:27PM URL: http://www.lib.flinders.edu.au/resources/sub/education/disstud.html

68. Graduate Division Of Educational Research Specialization in Community Rehabilitation disability studies. *Studentsmay choose to pursue an MEd in Community Rehabilitation http://www.educ.ucalgary.ca/gder/rehab.html

www.educ.ucalgary.ca News About us Contact us ... Site Map About the Division GDER Newsletter Are interested in studying with us? On-campus Programs MEd, MA, MSc PhD, EdD Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas Diploma Programs ... Distance Programs Specializations Gifted Education Educational Contexts Educational Leadership Educational Technology ... Graduate Studies Online Application Are you currently a student? GDER On-Campus Courses MEd Community On-Line MEd Exit Procedures (pdf) Peer Advisors GDER Handbook (pdf) more Resources for Students Home Programs Division of Educational Research Specialization in Disability Studies *Students may choose to pursue an MEd in Community Rehabilitation and Disability Studies via Distance Delivery Overview The Community Rehabilitation and Disability Studies unit offers opportunities for professionals interested in contributing to the development of community options in ways that reflect the political and social disadvantage associated with disabling conditions, chronic health and mental health concerns. This dual perspective on professional practice and social-political issues creates bridges and partnerships for a new vision of communities and work places that are supportive of all. Some of the fields of practice include return to work, case management, community support and services, policy development and systems change, or specialized community services for persons with physical disabilities, mental health concerns, developmental disabilities or acquired brain injury.

69. IDS Institute For Disability Studies - ODA Office For Disability Accommodations Office for Disability Accommodations Calendar of Events Consumer Family News USM. ODA Office for Disability Accommodations. http://www.ids.usm.edu/ODA/

Home Welcome from the Director Who We Are What We Do ... USM Disability Awarness Day 2001 ODA - Office for Disability Accommodations Office for Disability Accommodations Assisting Students with Disabilities Office for Disability Accommodations Overview of Student Services Campus Resources and Services ODA Student Manual Disabilities and the Law ... USM Disability Awarness Day 2001

70. Center For Literacy & Disability Studies The Center for Literacy and disability studies. About the Center. TheCenter’s mission is to promote literacy learning and use for http://www.med.unc.edu/ahs/clds/

The Center for Literacy and Disability Studies News Click here for more information about the David E. Yoder Distinguished Lecture! About the Center The Center’s mission is to promote literacy learning and use for individuals of all ages with disabilities. It is the belief of the CLDS that disabilities are only one of many factors that influence an individual's ability to learn to read and write and to use print throughout their life and across their living environments. All individuals, regardless of their abilities or disabilities, have the right to an opportunity to learn to read and write in order to increase and enhance their educational opportunities, vocational success, communicative competence, self-empowerment capabilities, and independence. Article from the USSAC newsletter Goals Four principal goals guide the efforts of the Center: Improving literacy instruction of children, youth, and adults with disabilities by developing research-based strategies, tools, curricula, and model programs.

71. New Minor In Disability Studies New Minor in disability studies Posted 31 Jan 2003 180635 0700 New Minor in disability studies Social Movements such as the http://www.jfanow.org/cgi/getli.pl?1655

72. CANADIAN CENTRE ON DISABILITY STUDIES Canadian Centre on disability studies. Contact1 Robb Nickel, CommunicationsOfficer. Phone (Bus) (204)2878411 Ext 26. (Fax) (204)284-5343. http://medialink.andara.com/card/Edu0280.htm

Canadian Centre on Disability Studies Contact1: Robb Nickel, Communications Officer Phone (Bus): (204)287-8411 Ext 26 (Fax): (204)284-5343 E-mail: communication@disabilitystudies.ca Contact2: George Dyk, Interim Executive Director Phone (Bus): (204)287-8411 Ext 24 (Fax): (204)284-5343 Address: 56 The Promenade, Winnipeg, MB R3B 3H9 Web Site: www.disabilitystudies.ca Keys: Applied Research; Arts Ability; Bioethics; Cross Disability Research; Disability Studies; E-Learning; Focus Groups; Globalization; Participatory Research; Research , on a Local, National and International Basis; Work At Home Employment; Manitoba*. Expertise: The Canadian Centre on Disability Studies is a consumer-directed, university-affiliated centre dedicated to research, education and information dissemination on Disability issues. Established 1995; 12 employees. International Operations: International projects in Russia and Ukraine. Mandate: Through its activities CCDS promotes full and equal participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of society. Features: Research and education expertise in disability issues with international expertise in a number of areas.

73. Fellowship Available To Train Leaders In Disability Studies What's New. Fellowships Available for disability studies. APPLICATIONSFellowship Period September 2003 May 2004 Due March 7, 2003. http://www-iurd.ced.berkeley.edu/Press/2003-02-12disability-studies-fellowship.h

University of California, Berkeley .....Faculty Research .....Research Groups .....7th Street/McClymonds Corridor Neighborhood Improvement Initiative .....Acorn Smart Housing Project .....Casey Foundation Consultation .....Community Development Work Study Program .....HOPE VI Projects .....Making Connections Neighborhood Initiative .....Y-PLAN .....University/Oakland Metropolitan Forum .....Joint Community Development Program .....Community Focused Research Titles RESOURCES .....Campus/Community Information Exchange .....Visiting Scholars Program .....Links .....Publications ..........Monograph Titles ..........Reprint Titles ..........Working Paper Titles: 1996-present ..........Working Paper Titles: 1990-1995 ..........Working Paper Titles: Before 1990 ..........Video Titles EVENTS What's New Fellowships Available for Disability Studies APPLICATIONS Fellowship Period: September 2003 - May 2004 Due: March 7, 2003 We are pleased to announce open applications for our postdoctoral program funded by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (H133P020009). The goal of this program is to train both junior and senior postdoctoral scholars, in any discipline, to be leaders in disability studies and rehabilitation research and mentorship. Based at the University of California, Berkeley, a San Francisco Bay Area Consortium of universities, research institutes, and disability agencies will recruit people with advanced professional degrees who want to broaden their theoretical outlook and their disability research methodological skills.

74. Program To Train Leaders In Disability Studies What's New. New Program to Train Leaders in disability studies. Anew research program, led by English professor Susan Schweik and http://www-iurd.ced.berkeley.edu/Press/2002-0809disability-studies.htm

University of California, Berkeley .....Faculty Research .....Research Groups .....7th Street/McClymonds Corridor Neighborhood Improvement Initiative .....Acorn Smart Housing Project .....Casey Foundation Consultation .....Community Development Work Study Program .....HOPE VI Projects .....Making Connections Neighborhood Initiative .....Y-PLAN .....University/Oakland Metropolitan Forum .....Joint Community Development Program .....Community Focused Research Titles RESOURCES .....Campus/Community Information Exchange .....Visiting Scholars Program .....Links .....Publications ..........Monograph Titles ..........Reprint Titles ..........Working Paper Titles: 1996-present ..........Working Paper Titles: 1990-1995 ..........Working Paper Titles: Before 1990 ..........Video Titles EVENTS What's New New Program to Train Leaders in Disability Studies A new research program, led by English professor Susan Schweik and city planning professor Fred Collignon, aims to train advanced scholars to become leaders in disability studies and rehabilitation research, teaching and mentorship. Based at UC Berkeley, a consortium of universities, research institutes and disability agencies across the San Francisco Bay Area will recruit people with advanced professional degrees who want to broaden their theoretical outlook and their disability research methodological skills. In particular, the researchers will recruit scholars with significant disabilities from minority groups who have not had the opportunity for collaborative cross-disciplinary research study of disability that includes social science and the humanities.

75. Welcome | Special Education Centre The University of Newcastle, Faculty of Education and Arts, School ofEducation, Centre for Special Education and disability studies. http://www.newcastle.edu.au/centre/sed/

The University of Newcastle - Australia Home Search Quick Find ... Alumni Your Location: University Faculty School Centre Welcome SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Special Education Centre Consultancy Early Intervention ... Contact Us Welcome The Centre is located in the grounds of the University of Newcastle, Australia. The Centre provides a wide range of teaching, educational, and community programs, as well as conducting research in special education and disability studies. Use the links for information about the wide range of activities and services that the Centre offers. Authorised by: Produced by: School of Education Web Team Last Updated: 16 April, 2002 Comments / About this Web Site

76. Auckland College Of Education | Programmes | Certificate In Educational Support Certificate in Educational Support (disability studies). Auckland Collegeof Education. Certificate in Educational Support (disability studies). http://www.ace.ac.nz/progs/special/ces/

advanced search Diploma in Early Intervention Modules Education of Students - Special Needs ... Modules Certificate in Educational Support (Disability Studies) Do you have personal or voluntary experience of supporting people with disabilities? Would you like to gain a qualification in this field? The programme Your future To find out more: Call us on 0800 ACE CONTACT. Or send us an Information Request now online. Ask for the Human Services information brochure and/or an Application Pack acecontact@ace.ac.nz help

77. Center For Disability Studies Center for disability studies. The KSU Center for disability studiesis an interdisciplinary institute whose mission is to promote http://dept.kent.edu/rehab/center_for_disability_studies.htm

The KSU Center for Disability Studies is an interdisciplinary institute whose mission is to promote a full understanding of the lived experience of disability across the life span. The center is comprised of 13 federally funded projects with a 2000-2001 budget of approximately $2 million. Faculty members, graduate students, and project staff in special education, school psychology, and rehabilitation counseling are currently affiliated with the center. Projects include research, personnel preparation, demonstration, and community service initiatives, and they feature such topics as deaf education, inclusion of children with disabilities in public schools, early childhood special education, multiple sclerosis, job development and placement services, psychiatric rehabilitation, educational and vocational assessment, interpreter training, transition from school to work, and postsecondary education and disability. The Center's director is Dr. Phil Rumrill Home Send mail to gszirony@kent.edu with questions or comments about this web site. Last modified: February 18, 2003

78. Disability Studies disability studies. Graduate Certificate of disability studies H533.Graduate Diploma of disability studies H633. Master of Health http://www.deakin.edu.au/handbook/pg_courseguide/coursework/disability.htm

Disability Studies Graduate Certificate of Disability Studies H533 Graduate Diploma of Disability Studies H633 Master of Health Science (Disability Studies) H735 Offered on the Melbourne (Burwood) campus These courses are undergoing reaccreditation and may be subject to change. The emphasis of these courses is on helping people with disabilities to participate as far as possible in the community. Individual units provide an introduction to the study of disability and enable students to acquire skills in case management and coordination of services, and in the evaluation of human services. Students also acquire the skills and knowledge needed to support people in specific areas of need, such as communication, service planning or behavioural assessment, as well as community access and participation. Units will be offered in flexible manner. Unit outlines (on the website and distributed in the first class of the semester) will specify student contact and course access details. These will vary in terms of hours of contact between students and the lecturer (e.g. regular classes; 6-hour Saturday workshop) and among students (e.g. study groups, online discussion); place of contact (e.g. in class; online; community activities; off campus); content learning sequence (e.g. flexible approach to completing learning materials).

79. Studies In Disabilities - Subject Guide disability studies This guide is an introduction to key sources of informationfor disability studies available at Deakin University Library. http://www.deakin.edu.au/library/srchgdes/searchstuddis.html

Disability Studies FINDING BOOKS FINDING JOURNAL ARTICLES INTERNET SITES BACKGROUND INFORMATION ... HELP This guide is an introduction to key sources of information for Disability Studies available at Deakin University Library. It includes major print resources held in the Library and links to relevant Internet resources. FINDING BOOKS Browse the Catalogue , or browse the shelves at these call numbers: Services for people with disabilities Special education Diseases of the nervous system and mental disorders Use the following terms to search the catalogue by SUBJECT Developmentally disabled Handicapped Learning disabled ... Special education Use Subject to search for look for a particular conditions e.g. Cerebral palsy, Autism. Try a KeyWORDS search if a subject search does not provide enough titles. FINDING JOURNAL ARTICLES Journals are a source of the most current and up to date information. Recent information and research can often only be found in these resources. Usually you won't find individual journal articles listed in library catalogues. To identify journal articles on a topic you may need to use one or more of the databases recommended below: PsycInfo PsycInfo is the major psychological database. It is a useful starting place for information about people with disabilities. It includes journal articles on the psychological aspects of medicine, psychiatry, nursing, sociology and education.

80. Search For Editor Of Disability Studies Quarterly Search for Editor of disability studies Quarterly The Board of Directors for theSociety for disability studies announces a search for a new editor for our http://www.disabilityworld.org/11-12_02/news/dsq.shtml

table of contents home page text-only home page Search for Editor of Disability Studies Quarterly The Board of Directors for the Society for Disability Studies announces a search for a new editor for our journal, Disability Studies Quarterly. The Editor will serve a three-year term with the possibility of renewal by the Board for additional terms. The new editor, once selected, will work closely with the current editor (David Pfeiffer) to ensure a smooth transition. Applications are invited from members of SDS with the experience, expertise and resources described below. Applications by people from traditionally under-represented groups are strongly encouraged. The following criteria will be used in making the selection decision: Membership: Member of the Society for Disability Studies. Scholarship/Expertise: Significant record of scholarship and publication in disability studies and other evidence of expertise in one or more areas of disability studies. Values: Commitment to the values and mission of the Society for Disability Studies. Openness: Commitment to include scholarship and other works that represent the full range of approaches, methods, epistemologies, and content include within the interdisciplinary field of disability studies. Openness to innovative and original contributions within a general context of excellence and rigorous peer review.

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