Self-Determination and Transition Planning, the Brookes Transition to Adulthood Series
Publisher: Brookes Publishing; Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co., Inc.
Published: 2013
Language: eng
Number of pages: 168
ISBN-13: 9781598572698
Subjects: People with disabilities, education; Special education; Education, united states; Autonomy (psychology); Teachers, in-service training
Description: Self-determination has a powerful positive impact on post-school outcomes for young adults with disabilities -- but how can educators teach students the skills they need to make their own choices and achieve their goals as they enter adulthood? This empowering guidebook shows the way. Packed with practical, research-validated guidance on explicitly teaching self-determination skills , this book helps educators support students in communicating their interests and needs, setting and reaching goals, and managing their own lives. Ready-to-use worksheets and activities will help students take an active role in their transition planning, and true case stories highlight the benefits of self-determination instruction: smoother transitions, improved behavior, and fulfilling lives beyond the classroom. -- Provided by publisher