PEPNet: The Basics of the Americans with Disabilities Act DVD

2011

Explains the history of the ADA, including its passage, its definitions of disability, and its recent Amendment Act. The ADA?s four sections- Employment, Public Entities, Public Accommodations and Telecommunications- are discussed, along with information on the various federal agencies responsible for enforcing ADA laws. Part two, explains how the ADA applies to postsecondary education by clarifying differences between the ADA and other legislation, such as the Individuals with Disabilities Act, which applies to K-12 education. It also discusses how the ADA and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 may impact postsecondary faculty and staff, reviews how students who are deaf and hard of hearing may be protected by the ADA, and shows how the law impacts access and accommodations (physical, programs and activities) as well as the provision of equipment (e.g. visual alerts, hearing devices and telecommunications). Services that postsecondary institutions need to provide to students are outlined, including interpreting, captioning and notetaking services. It also reviews how postsecondary students may effectively request services and advocate for themselves.

Electronic Products

Professionals, Students

Electronic (disc, CD, 508 compliant web posting)

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