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NSCC Special Admissions

Learn about NSCC's special admissions program focused on inclusive schooling, offering individualized support to meet differentiated needs, fostering full participation in college life. Discover data, strategies, and future goals for enhancing accessibility and diversity.

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NSCC Special Admissions

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  1. NSCC Special Admissions A Model for Inclusionary Practice NEADS Conference November 2004 Ottawa

  2. Educational Inclusion • Informed by the view that a school is inclusive if every student is able to identify and connect with the school’s social environment, culture and organizational life.” George Dei, et al., Removing the Margins: The Challenges and Possibilities of Inclusive Schooling. 2000

  3. Viable • 85% retention • 80% employment* • Inclusive approach • NSCC Special Admissions

  4. Inclusive • Differentiated needs • Individualized approach • Full participation in college life, with all the rights and privileges offered all NSCC students

  5. Flexible • NSCC Special Admissions • Universal Instructional Design • Smart Steps Transition Program • Assistive Technology/Tutorial Labs • Community Partnerships • Mentoring Program

  6. Accountable • Advisory Committees (internal/external) • 8-9% of student population • Reflects both the national and provincial demographics • Accessibility and diversity included in NSCC’s guiding principles

  7. 2003-2004 Statistics

  8. The Future Continued movement to increased opportunity through community partnerships and advocacy – provincially and nationally Increased professional development for faculty in Universal Instructional Design

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