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bITS Summer Program Campus Challenges to Students with Disabilities

Join Renee Kirby, M.Ed., as she presents strategies to navigate the college campus and overcome challenges faced by students with disabilities. Learn about classroom accommodations, technology demonstrations, adaptations in residence halls, and more.

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bITS Summer Program Campus Challenges to Students with Disabilities

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  1. bITS Summer ProgramCampus Challenges to Students with Disabilities Presented by Renee Kirby, M.Ed

  2. Presentation Overview • DRS Background • Campus Environment and Challenges to students with disabilities • Strategies used to navigate the college campus • Technology Demonstration • Classroom Accommodations • Adaptations in the residence halls • Questions

  3. Campus Environment and challenges to students with disabilities • Independence and Personal Care • Transportation • Residential Living • Navigating the physical environment • Socialization • Communication • Access to Education and Classrooms

  4. Know when to seek help from campus resources Support of family/friends and outside professionals Master abilities and strengthen limitations Responsibility/Maturity/ Preparation Develop a responsive emergency contact list Develop a plan “B” that works Cell Phone Wheelchair repair Personal aide Self Advocacy Strategies used to navigate the college campus

  5. Technology Demonstration • Kurzweil 3000 • Alpha Smart/Dana • Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic • Scanners

  6. Classroom Accommodations • Blackboard • Total Technology Access • Personal Assistant • Notetaker • Additional Time for Exams • Furniture adjustments

  7. Adaptations in the Residence Halls • Bathroom/Shower • Hardware • Keyless Entry System • Automatic Doors • Front Load Washer/Dryer • Kitchens • Larger room for additional equipment needs

  8. Thank You!! QUESTIONS ??

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