Social Support for Students with Visual Disabilities in University
Social Support for Students with Visual Disabilities in University
Author(s): Alina Mărgărițoiu, Simona EftimieSubject(s): Social Sciences, Education, School education, Vocational Education, Adult Education, Educational Psychology, State/Government and Education, Inclusive Education / Inclusion, Pedagogy
Published by: Editura Universitatii Petrol-Gaze din Ploiesti
Keywords: social support; visual disability; inclusion; university;
Summary/Abstract: Although sometimes it is hard to accept, the number of persons with disabilities is increasing, and these persons are included to all levels of education, including universities. We could notice that the voice of students with disabilities is getting louder and their voice is important for creating an inclusive community in university. Present paper presents the “voice” of a blind student, open minded concerning the inclusion in higher education institutions because she considers that social support of her teachers and colleagues represents a key dimension for her academic success.
- Issue Year: LXXIV/2023
- Issue No: 2
- Page Range: 35 - 40
- Page Count: 6
- Language: English
