Jane Jarrow

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Gil, I think you are on the right track here, but that you may be thinking too narrowly. I agree that there are some functional limitations that make certain occupations impossible, and it is good to recognize that advances in technology may alter those limitations. But don't lose track of the possibility of accommodation NOW (today), as a means of mitigating the limitations imposed. Not being able to drive independently would only be a problem for race car drivers, truck drivers, and cab drivers. I can't think of very many other instances in which the functional limitation of driving, by… >>>

Jane Jarrow

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Severity of Disability

Stephanie, I love the philosophy, but I would have interpreted the question differently. I would have focused on the difference in how visible vs invisible disability is perceived (in terms of severity). But a good answer is a good answer! GRIN Dr. Jane Jarrow

Jane Jarrow

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Reality Check!

Gil, I think you are right on target. The goal should be to equip students with all the tools necessary to allow them to be independent -- in their decision-making and in their actions. Our perceptions shouldn't inhibit their optins. Dr. Jane Jarrow

Jane Jarrow

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After the Classroom

Adam, Sorry... I still don't follow. How does "...we may not be fully aware of the need to do so or the reasons behind the need" fit with a discussion of the student developing workarounds and coping strategies? Dr. Jane Jarrow

Jane Jarrow

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Leveling The Playing Field

Adam, I don't disagree with anything you've said here, Adam, but I am still not sure how it relates to the prompt that was given -- "Accommodations are assigned to facilitate access, not success." How does this quote compare with your experience in providing accommodations to students with disabilities? Dr. Jane Jarrow

Jane Jarrow

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The Human Factor

Adam, It is not uncommon for folks who have disabilities to find a structure that works for them and allows them to get past the impact of the disability. Sounds as though your colleague had found that impressive blend of manageable and useful. Dr. Jane Jarrow

Jane Jarrow

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Universal Design Hits Home

Adam, It sounds like the tool is, indeed, very flexible and could be used by lots of individuals in lots of contexts. Dr. Jane Jarrow

Jane Jarrow

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After the Classroom

Adam, I am not sure you have a clear understanding of the concept of functional limitations as used in this class. The very purpose of understanding the functional limitations imposed by disability is so that you can find a work-around and compensate for the disability, giving the individual an equal opportunity to demonstrate the capabilities. We are not out to cure the disability or pretend it doesn't exist. Only to make sure that it does not interfere with the individual's quest any more than necessary. Dr. Jane Jarrow

Jane Jarrow

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Leveling The Playing Field

Adam, Sounds like a great plan, Adam. But I am not sure what it says about the content of this class. ??? Dr. Jane Jarrow

Jane Jarrow

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Physical Disability

Daniel, Yours is pretty much the philosophy on which the laws were developed... the idea that we cannot know either the abilities or the potential of anyone based only on our knowledge of their DISability. Sectin 504 and the ADA were written to assure that students with disabilities had a chance to show us what they can do. What they do with that chance is up to them. Dr. Jane Jarrow