Helping faculty find the balance: Communicating with students with disabilities. Issue 9 (April 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Meeks, Lisa M.; Jain, Neera R.
• Is Part Of: Disability compliance for higher education. Volume 21:Issue 9(2016:Apr.)
• Page Start: 7
• Page End: 7
• Publication Date: 2016-04
• Subjects: College students with disabilities -- Legal status, laws, etc -- United States -- Periodicals; Universities and colleges -- Law and legislation -- United States -- Periodicals; College students with disabilities -- United States -- Periodicals; 344.73074
• DOI: 10.1002/dhe.30167
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1086-1335

Abstract

Abstract : Last month's Coalition Corner discussed possible consequences when students with disabilities lack effective communication skills, but what happens when the fault lies with faculty communication? To avoid situations that adversely affect students, communication around disability matters requires clarity and understanding of basic principles. Disability services providers can assist their faculty through training and written guidance. Here are our top four strategies for improving faculty and administrator communication.