COLLEGE READINESS FOR STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF THE LITERATURE

Abstract

This article serves as an extensive review of the literature within the field of college readiness, as it relates to students identified as: (a) economically disadvantaged, (b) Limited English Proficient, and (c) special education. Specific topics discussed herein include: (a) an overview of college readiness, (b) an overview of college readiness in relation to the demographic groups included within this study, and (c) an overview of the theoretical framework as it relates to college readiness. Serious issues are exposed in this review with the current college-readiness standards. The process of fully preparing a student for college involves much more than high-stakes testing and tracking GPAs.