The Learning Disability Program at California State University, Northridge

Issue title: Postsecondary Education

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Zvi, Jennifer C.^; | Axelrod, Lee H.

Affiliations: California State University, Northridge 18111 Nordhoff, Street Northridge, CA 91330-8264, USA

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Abstract: The Learning Disability Program at California State University, Northridge, Zvi, Jennifer, and Axelrod, Lee. The Learning Disability Program at California State University, Northridge is based on strategy rather than a remedial model. Students are assisted in circumventing or compensating for their learning disability through a variety of strategies; assistive technology is emphasized. Support services provided through the Program include: testing accomodations, tutors, priority regristration, diagnostic testing, Program computer lab, specialized counseling, and a disability career conselor.

Keywords: Learning disabilities, University, Support services

DOI: 10.3233/JVR-1996-6306

Journal: Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, vol. 6, no. 3, pp. 257-261, 1996