CCSD Research Guide: Classroom & Community Support   Tags: classroom_support, community_support, people_with_disabilities  

Use the Library Catalogue to find books and DVDs on your topic.  Start with a KEYWORD search using words and phrases that describe your topic.  When you find a book that addresses your topic well, make note of the SUBJECTS assigned to it. They will be useful in finding more information on the same topic.

These titles are available through the Douglas College Library.

Culture and disability: Providing culturally competent services - John H. Stone, editor

Call Number: HV 1569.3 M55 C85 2005

ISBN: 0761930833

Disability and culture - Benedicte Ingstad & Susan Reynolds Whyte, editors

Call Number: HV 1568 D573 1995

ISBN: 0520083628

Developing cultural competence in physical therapy practice - Jill Black Lattanzi & Larry D. Purnell

Call Number: RM 705 L383 2006

ISBN: 0803611951

Understanding the therapeutic needs of culturally diverse individuals with disabilities (streaming video) - Miguel Gallardo and Jennifer Gibson

 

Encyclopedias, handbooks and reputable topic-specific websites are good starting points for research.  They can help you refine your topic and select words and phrases (search terms) to use in your searches.

The Encyclopedia of Disability and Rehabilitation (which can be transferred from the David Lam campus) is an excellent source for information on physical, mental, organic and traumatic disabilities.  Also, try the  Abilities Canada and National Dissemination Center for Children With Disabilities websites.  This article from the National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange offers some things to consider whenn doing research on cultural differences related to disability.