Participatory Action Research (PAR)

  • People with IDD should work on projects about their lives.
  • Projects are stronger when they use lived expertise.
  • PAR courses help self-advocates build skills.
  • They help researchers work well with self-advocates.
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PAR Courses for Self-Advocates

Self-advocates learning about career planning, job search, and workplace skills online in a self-paced environment.
  • Work at your own pace.
  • Get audio support on every screen.
  • Learn from peer videos and games.

    • PAR Group Learning Guides

    Charts showing increases in employment status, self-confidence, knowledge and skills, and job search behaviors after using the Virtual Job Coach for online instruction.
    • Teach self-advocates in person or online.
    • Perfect for teachers, researchers, program staff, and more.
    • Complete courses plus step-by-step implementation guide.

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