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Getting In and Staying In How to Plan for, Apply, and Get into College
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Shades of Success: Other Views of Post-Secondary Options The transition of moving from the relative "cocoon" of high school to the world of work or a post-secondary placement can be overwhelming for a youth with LD. This new book can help.
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Planning
for Success: The College Application Process for Students with Learning Disabilities The college admission process can be a confusing and overwhelming experience for students with learning disabilities and their families. On the other hand, with careful planning, it can be an exciting and rewarding experience resulting in a happy match between the student and school. In this video, you will view early planning, college visits and interviews, the application and essay, as well as how to choose the best college. Selected as the recipient of a National Award on LD by LDA.
Pathways
to Success: College Students with Learning Disabilities Students with learning disabilities share strategies that have brought them success in college and graduate school. They discuss the realities of adjusting to the new academic challenges and to the differences in support services between post-secondary and high school levels. Selected as the recipient of a National Award on LD by LDA.