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Transition from high school to career or college is an area of critical importance and need in the field of special education. Although the concept of inclusion is embraced by most educators, the reality is that transition planning remains difficult, and, to be frank, it is often unsuccessful. This book will make the process understandable, relatable, functional, and successful. Because it focuses not only on college and career readiness but also on social and interpersonal skills, success is much more likely to be attained.

While most people associate the term "learning disabilities" with children, or students, research has shown that these problems do not disappear in adulthood. As a result, interest in adults with learning disabilities is increasing. In Speaking for Themselves, nine adults with learning disabilities tell the "inside story" of how they deal with a very real handicap that the outside world does not see. Through their interview format, authors Paul J. Gerber and Henry B. Reiff take the reader beyond the usual boundaries of educational research and into the daily lives of fascinating individuals....