Tuesday, October 2, 2007

Legal Issues Related to Students and Employees with Disabilities

http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/transition.html
Students who have a disability are able to use this site to find out what their rights are when getting ready to start college. The information provided helps them to navigate through a new world that is different from high school and figure out how to receive the resources they need for success.

http://cte.udel.edu/disabilities.htm
The Center for Teaching Effectivness has put together information for faculty who will be teaching students who have a disability. Various laws are explained as well as resources for the best way to teach their students and help them in class.

http://www.eeoc.gov/facts/ada18.html
This website is a resource for employees to find out their rights as an employee with a disability. It is a simple straight forward guide to ask for assistance at work, figure out if discrimination is happening at their workplace and other information.

http://www.opm.gov/disability/success_1-06.asp
Employees with disabilities and work for the federal government tell their stories. They describe their life stories, how their disability has played a part in their career and how they have found ways to be successful.

http://www.ada.gov/employmt.htm
Questions are answered about the Americans Disabilities Act. It is set up as a question and answer site so that all aspects of this act are covered and explained.

http://www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/pubs_pol/hrpubs/TB_852/cwwed_e.asp
This website gives employers information about how to create a better workplace for their employees who have disabilities. Employers can look at this site to get a better idea of what resources may be needed for their employees.

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