Commentary on experiential learning: changing student attitudes towards learning disability: how can we reduce exclusion further?
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| Title: | Commentary on experiential learning: changing student attitudes towards learning disability: how can we reduce exclusion further? |
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| Authors: | Harding, Celia1,2 c.harding@city.ac.uk |
| Source: | Tizard Learning Disability Review. 2014, Vol. 19 Issue 3, p118-121. 4p. |
| Subject Terms: | *Learning disabilities, *Learning strategies, *Medical students, *Cultural pluralism, *Research, *Service learning, *Student attitudes, Psychology |
| Abstract: | Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to provide some thoughts following on from reading: "Experiential learning: changing student attitudes towards learning disability". Design/methodology/approach - This commentary outlines some considerations for the continued development o f using service users in tertiary education as educators. Findings - The literature is not clear on the involvement of people with more profound and multiple learning disabilities, or for those who do not use much spoken language in tertiary level teaching. Originality/value - A further cultural shift is needed to ensure that all people with learning disabilities regardless of their communication style have the opportunity to share their experiences within a teaching and learning context. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: | Education Research Complete |
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