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Recommended reading for the prospective LD college student:
| Bramer, Jennifer S. Succeeding in College with Attention Deficit Disorders. |
| Cobb, Joyanne. Learning How to Learn: Getting into and Surviving College When You Have a Learning Disability. |
| Dolber, Roslyn. College and Career Success for Students with Learning Disabilities. |
| Gilroy, D.E. and T.R. Miles. Dyslexia at College. |
All these titles are in the Academic Support Center Library.
Recommended websites
| Accommodations for Students with Disabilities A short guide to explain accommodations and to help you determine if you need one |
| ADD/ADHD Information on ADD/ADHD |
| A Parent's Guide to College A short guide to help you understand the transition process from high school to college for your child with a disability |
| Information on selecting a college for the LD student from LDOnline: Guide to Postsecondary Information. Information to assist in the planning and selection process, plus lots of advice on creating a successful postsecondary education experience. |
| Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic The nation's educational library for those with print disabilities. |
| Rights and Responsibilities of Students with Disabilities A short guide to knowing and understanding the law and what it means to you |
| Self Advocacy Steps you can take to help you be a successful student |
| Subject-Based Deaf and Hard of Hearing Internet Resources |
| What is a Disability? A short guide to explain and describe disabilities |
| Scholarships for students with a Learning Disability This page presents a short list of scholarships for students with learning disabilities. Due to the very large and growing number of students who claim to be learning disabled, such awards are often highly competitive. |
Disability Information |
Study Skills |
-ADDitude--Magazine for persons with Attention Deficit |
-Building on Study Skills -How to Improve Your Reading Skills -Learn about Beating Test Anxiety -Manage Stress for College Success -Put Time on Your Side--Time Management for Students -Stress Management -Study Skills for Academic Success |