Self-Directed Learning in Adults with Disabilities

This research investigated educated adults with identified disabilities and their self-directed learning efforts.  It involved structured, in-depth interviews with  disabled adults in higher education related to their attempts to learn on their own. Evidence of self-directed learning projects existed for each of the participants.  All reported difficulties with finding the appropriate tools to improve their learning.  A listing of specific techniques to assist their learning efforts was generated from the participants.

TOOLS USED BY INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

Below we have provided a list of tools used by the individuals in this study to accomplish self directed learning. The tools are separated by the individual.

TOOLS USED BY INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.pdf