The Development of Self‐Determination and Implications for Educational Interventions with Students with Disabilities |
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| Authors: | Michael L Wehmeyer Deanna J Sands Beth Doll Susan Palmer |
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| Institution: | 1. Department of Research and Program Services , The Arc National Headquarters, 500 East Border Street, Suite 300, Arlington TX 76010, USA;2. University of Colorado at Denver;3. The Arc National Headquarters |
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| Abstract: | Self‐determination is, increasingly, recognised as an important educational outcome if students with disabilities are to succeed both in and out of school. This article presents a definitional framework of self‐determination, describes the development of this outcome, and discusses the implications of this research for educators. |
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