Successful Strategies for Promoting Self-Advocacy Among Students with LD: The LEAD Group
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2002-03-01Author
AL Pocock
Stan Lambros
Meagan Karvonen
David W. Test
Bob Algozzine
Wendy Wood
James E. Martin
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Abstract
Students with learning disabilities (LD) often need to be taught self-determination skills to be better prepared for life after high school. This article describes the methods used by one school district to promote self-advocacy and self-awareness skills for students with LD. Through multicomponent group activities, students learned about their strengths and disabilities and how to advocate for their educational needs and rights. Advocacy skills were also applied to leadership roles, mentoring, and community education activities. Important features that contributed to the success of the program are described.
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Pocock, A., Lambros, S., Karvonen, M., Test, D. W., Algozzine, B., Wood, W., & Martin, J. E. (2002). Successful Strategies for Promoting Self-Advocacy Among Students with LD: The LEAD Group. Intervention in School and Clinic, 37(4), 209-216. doi: 10.1177/105345120203700403