WuhIz Self-Determination?
Self-determination iz having de confidence tuh “tek charge” uh one’s life. Students who are self-determined cuh:
- Speak up fuh dem wants an’ needs
- Mek decisions
- Communicate effectively wid others
- Recognize interests an’ goals fuh dem future
Let’s hear de story uh Rohan Murphy an’ how he self-determination wuz developed.
How Cuh Transition Team Members Support De Development Uh Self- Determination?
Transition team members play uh strong role in helping students develop skills fuh self determination. Dis cuh be done by helping students:
- Learn ‘bout dem disability, strengths, an’ needs
- Feel proud an’ confident ‘bout who dem iz
- Learn how tuh request accommodations an’ supports tuh help themselves succeed in life after high school
Wuh Does Developing Self-Determination Skills Do Fuh Students?
By learning self-determination skills, students cuh improve dem:
Problem Solving Skills
Ability tuh find different solutions tuh problems an’ pick de one dat helps reach uh goal wid de least amount uh challenges
Self-Advocacy Skills
Ability tuh advocate on dem own behalf while getting involved in solving problems an’ mekking decisions
Choice an’ Voice
Ability tuhmek decisions dat provide dem wid de opportunities dem want tuh experience an’ de support dem need tuh thrive independently
Goal Setting
Ability tuh create achievable goals an’ access de resources/supports needed tuh get there
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Resources
Supporting decision mekking: Uh guide tuh supporting people wid disabilities tuhmek dem own decisions
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