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The Role of Literacy on the Postsecondary Opportunities of Students with High Incidence Disabilities

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A primary goal of schools is to provide an appropriate education for all students, preparing them for success in postsecondary institutions (e.g., colleges and vocational programs) and to become productive members of society (Kauffman, Conroy, Gardner, & Oswald, 2008; Tatum, 2012). Schools are tasked to prepare all students for postsecondary success by developing an atmosphere of achievement through strong leadership and quality instruction (Brand & Valent, 2013; Gardner & Mayes, 2013).

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Gardner, R., Council, M.R., Watson, M. (2017). The Role of Literacy on the Postsecondary Opportunities of Students with High Incidence Disabilities. In: Ellis, A.L. (eds) Transitioning Children with Disabilities. Studies in Inclusive Education. SensePublishers, Rotterdam. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-6351-134-6_7

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