Abstract
Science Enrichment Programs to Include Handicapped Students
Highlights
Members of the Electorate Nominating Committee E
Handicapped students are often excluded from these out-of-school programs due to inadequate information about the capabilities of handicapped individuals and the extent of accommodation needed for their participation
It has been found that most handicapped students with interest and ability in science require little or no accommodation to fully participate in such programs
Summary
The AAAS Project on the Handicapped in Science is launching a project to increase participation of handicapped youth in out-of-school science enrichment programs. The AAAS project will facilitate integration of handicapped youth into science enrichment programs by offering technical assistance in (i) identification of strategies needed for full participation of disabled students, (ii) identification of local resources, (iii) recruitment of qualified handicapped students, and (iv) identification of handicapped scientists available to serve as role models for students and provide consultation on participant selection and program access. Interested scientists trained in the natural and social sciences (especially those engaged in research) are encouraged to submit their curriculum vitae for inclusion c/o Karen Ehrlich, Technical Assistance Project, Office of Opportunities in Science, at the AAAS address. Phone (202) 467-5438 voice or TTY. (See Science, 7 March 1980, p. 1064 for further details.)
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