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A will to learn: The experiences of a self advocate in the education system

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This is an 'angry making' account of a woman's experiences in a segregated education system. It is also a story of self determination and empowerment ; finally learning to read at the age of 23, the author is now a nationally sought after public speaker, an educational assistant and the founder/president of People First, Hamilton (Canada). Keywords: Education, Self determination

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Author
Marcaccio, Marcia
Source
Changing Canadian Schools
Publisher
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Publication Date
1 January 1970
Category
Person with disability
Keywords
Education, Self Determination
Origin
Canada

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