Abstract
 Mapping Compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Track: GIS for Administration & Planning Author(s): Brad Howard As a journalism professor, I am interested in the problem of accurately reporting on compliance with the laws protecting the rights of people with disabilities, especially the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This project focuses on the transition services mandated by IDEA: "a coordinated set of activities for a student, designed within an outcome-oriented process, that promotes movement from school to post-school activities, including postsecondary education, vocational training, integrated employment (including supported employment), continuing and adult education, adult services, independent living, or community participation." In Virginia's Planning District 7, the problem of providing transition services is essentially one of connection, cohesion and finer system navigation. By mapping available services and including data on load and capacity, I can better analyze how well the goals of IDEA are being met in this region. By moving that map to the Internet, I can improve system navigation for both clients and providers. Brad Howard Western Washington University Journalism 516 High Street Bellingham , WA 98225 US Phone: (360) 650-3252 E-mail: iofficiallydisapprove@yahoo.com |
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