Think College!

Book Review: Think College!
Postsecondary Education Options for Students with Intellectual Disabilities
Author: Meg Grigal & Debra Hart Foreword by Madeleine Will

As more and more students with intellectual disabilities "think college," high schools and postsecondary schools must be fully prepared to meet their needs. Developed by two highly respected experts, this book uncovers the big picture of postsecondary education (PSE) options and reveals how to support students with disabilities before, during, and after a successful transition to college.

A critical resource for education professionals to read and share with families, Think College! helps readers to:
• Understand the philosophical and practical purposes and potential outcomes of supporting students with intellectual disabilities to access PSE
• Explore the three current models for PSE: the inclusive individual support approach, the mixed hybrid approach, and substantially separate options
• Overcome the common challenges to PSE for students with intellectual disabilities
• Plan effective, person-centered transition services for high-school students
• Support students as they manage the practical aspects of a positive PSE experience
• Connect students’ PSE experiences directly to employment and other life goals.

With this thorough guide to today’s PSE options and tomorrow’s possibilities, professionals will help students with intellectual disabilities take full advantage of their educational opportunities – and set the stage for successful, fulfilling community lives.

This book is available to check out from the DSI Lending Library. For more information about the Lending Library or to check out this book please contact Rachel Wood by e-mail at rachel@dsindiana.org or by phone at 317.925.7617.