"From Where I Sit" Video Series

LaDonna's Story

LaDonna, disabled while serving in the Marine Corp, describes her classroom experience and the challenges of an invisible disability.

• "LaDonna's Story" Video (.mov)
• Transcript of "LaDonna's Story" Video »
• Faculty Responses (.mov)
• Transcript of Faculty Responses »

Student Suggestions

1. Ask students if they require alternative ways to interact with the material.
2. Ensure that students are fully engaged in classroom activities.
3. Use methods that give a feeling of belonging in the classroom.
4. Adopt and make textbooks available early enough for conversion to alternate formats.
5. Use visual aids to accompany lectures and oral presentations.