If you know anyone who is attending college and looking for gainful employment with a good company, check out this latest episode that shares several amazing resources specifically designed to provide job opportunities for individuals with disabilities, including neurodiverse adults on the Autism Spectrum, or having Dyslexia, Tourette Syndrome, or ADHD. You will have access to over 500 companies that have been identified by Forbes Magazine as being "diversity-friendly." A second resource shares nearly 50 companies identified on the Neurodiverse Career Connector website that actually have neuro ..read more

According to a recent article in Bloomberglaw.com "Virtual Exam Case Primes Privacy Fight Over College Room Scans" by Skye Witley, a 2022 decision by a district court in Ohio found that electronic room scans mandated by Cleveland State University for students taking virtual tests had violated an individual's  4th Amendment protections regarding reasonable searches.  Today's episode examines that local ruling, and the upcoming review of that ruling by the 6th Circuit  US Court of Appeals in Ohio. Learn why virtual room scans are being disputed, and how that ruling could affect yo ..read more

In today's episode, you will learn some "tricks of the trade" that will help your teens take better notes in class, especially when dyslexia is a problem and notetakers might not be available.  You will learn how to create "user-friendly" notes that will help your child have useful study materials for tests.  NCR Carbonless Copy Paper - also available on amazon mickieteaches@gmail.commickieteaches.com ..read more

Requesting the accommodation of extended time or flexible deadlines for assignments can either help a student or create a problem for the student.  In today's episode, you will learn what types of situations and disabilities warrant the extended time, and which do not, and how extended time used incorrectly could impact a student's grades, financial aid,  and future course load. #26 Disabilities and Self-Determination with Dr. Richard Chapman Free ebook Insights from a Disability Specialist www.mickieteaches.com mickieteaches@gmail.com ..read more

Today's episode will share examples of my own experiences with students when I could not provide the accommodations they needed or wanted.  You will learn why some accommodations might get denied, and how you might benefit from a discussion with Disability Services even if you don't have any documentation.  Also, check out Episode 84, Unraveling the Mysteries of  Disability Documentation and Episode 88 IEP and 504 for College? Problem Solving Q & A ADA National Network Free ebook Insights from a Disability Specialist www.mickieteaches.com ..read more

We can find ourselves in an unexpected situation where we or our children will need temporary accommodations at college.  Today's episode takes a brief look at what kind of situations might arise, how to address the problem, and what kind of documentation and accommodations might be typical for a person with a temporary disability. NCR carbonless paper Free ebook: "Insights of a Disability Specialist" with over 35 questions you should know or ask about supporting students with disabilities mickieteaches.com mickieteaches@gmail.com ..read more

Covid has impacted our kids' education on many levels including learning delays and learning losses.  Although statistics show learning loss across all ages and grades,  graduation rates have stayed stable.  Unfortunately, that means that many high school students are likely graduating with academic deficits.  As a result, those who transition to college are beginning classes at a disadvantage, and students with disabilities who are compounded by learning deficits are even more at risk.  Today I share some strategies that could help mitigate those challenges. I have li ..read more

You are revisiting my most popular episode today.  Enjoy!! Parents, teachers, and homeschoolers will appreciate the free online resources with an extensive jobs training curriculum that aligns with IEP goals for the K-12 students with disabilities, and the IPE goals for Vocational Rehabilitation clients.  The podcast also shares a free SCANS jobs skills online assessment specifically for students with disabilities. The Complete T-Folio Online Jobs CurriculumThe Original Scans ReportERIC Research articleScans Skills and CompetenciesFree Scans Skills AssessmentBecoming a Master Studen ..read more

Dr. Amanda Jackson shares insights that she learned when completing her doctoral dissertation supporting veterans with disabilities at the University of Florida. She explains the barriers vets talked about, and Dr. Jackson offers suggestions to address the veterans' concerns.  The barriers include confidentiality, reluctance to self-identify in the event that the individual wants to return to the military, and coping with stigma - not only externally, but also within the vet's own self-image. Episode 19 Wounded Warriors and College Accommodations Free ebook: "Insights of a Disability Spec ..read more

This episode answers many common questions on social media dealing with accommodations and documentation for students with disabilities.  You will learn what happens if your child wants to use an IEP or 504 plan at college.  Will it work, and will it be enough for the accommodations you expect or need?  If you need additional testing, how much can you expect to pay? What will the additional testing provide?  What happens if your child doesn't use the Disability Services at first?  Can your child get accommodations after the semester in already started?  Can the fa ..read more