As Maya Angelou once said, “I learned a long time ago the wisest thing I can do is be on my own side, be an advocate for myself and others like me.” In simple terms, self-advocacy means having the ability to express your needs, wants, and concerns when working toward your own individual goals. When you can practice self-advocacy on […]
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There are many situations in life that we classify as difficult, and that’s when we ask ourselves questions like: Am I going to be able to make it? Can I survive these challenges? I’m worried about the possible outcomes. What should I do? As Nelson Mandela once said, “Do not judge me by my successes, judge me by how
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All About Assistive Technology Did you know about the many applications and programs out there to help you navigate your coursework? And that they better fit your specific learning style? Assistive technology refers to any program, application, device, or equipment that assists an individual in performing a task. Unfortunately, a lot of people are simply not aware of
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College can be an exciting, yet challenging time for students with disabilities. At Eastern Florida State College, SAIL (Student Access for Improved Learning) serves as a resource for students, faculty, staff, and the community to create an accessible and inclusive environment for all. Our office helps students who have documented disabilities get classroom and/or testing accommodations, based on their needs.
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