Inclusive Academics

This topic area includes resources related to supports provided to students by individuals, such as Peer Mentors, Educational Coaches, Ambassadors, tutors, etc.

How Educators Can Help Students with Intellectual Disability to Think College

Students with intellectual disability want to go to college - and they can! But they can’t get there alone. They need educators who understand what skills are necessary to make it happen and will support them to achieve their goals. Think College created the “Think Higher. Think College.” public awareness campaign to inform and educate teachers, school administrators, support professionals, college staff and faculty, families, and students themselves that college is an option for students with intellectual disability.

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College & Career Learning: Promoting Growth for Students with Intellectual Disability

College has the potential to be an opportunity for enormous growth in the lives of all students. How can college programs for students with intellectual disability promote this growth? By supporting students to set and work toward meaningful college and career goals and gain related experiences.

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National Coordinating Center
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Satisfactory Academic Progress Rubric Template

This worksheet from the University of Central Florida is an example of a Semester Student Audit Form providing a visual accounting of how the student is meeting the program requirements for the semester and documentation of Satisfactory Academic Progress. A PDF is provided with an example of a filled out form. An Excel version is also provided so you may update the form to fit your needs.

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Partnering with Campus Resources to offer Inclusive Learning Experiences

This presentation highlights partnerships across university campus to enhance inclusive learning experiences for students with intellectual disabilities. These inclusive learning experiences include collaborations with the campus student money management office, career center, division of student affairs, and more. The session concludes with a helpful discussion on this approach to offering inclusive learning experiences between presenters and attendees.

Presented by staff of University of North Texas ELEVAR program at the 2021 TPSID Project Director Meeting.

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Inclusive Higher Education: Assessing Progress Toward Better Futures for College Students with Intellectual Disabilities

Between 2010-2020, more than 4,000 students with intellectual disability have taken over 50,000 courses while enrolled in colleges and universities hosting TPSID programs (Transition and Postsecondary Education Programs for Students with Intellectual Disability). In this article, the authors discuss steps the field of inclusive postsecondary education can take to ensure equitable access to higher education for more students with intellectual disability. 

Think College Webinar: Demonstrating Student Competencies: Microcredentials & Digital Badging

Students enrolled in inclusive postsecondary college programs develop mastery and gain knowledge on a range of topics. They learn how to problem solve, collaborate, and take initiative. They develop leadership and communication skills. Yet, how do you demonstrate such competencies in the absence of formal certification or degree? 

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