An Oral History of the Special Olympics in China Volume 3: Finding and Keeping a Job 2020 Edition Contributor(s): Alford, William P. (Editor), Liao, Mei (Editor), Cui, Fengming (Editor) |
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ISBN: 9811550042 ISBN-13: 9789811550041 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $56.99 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: May 2020 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Social Science | People With Disabilities - Social Science | Sociology - General - Business & Economics | Economics - General |
Physical Information: 1.13" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.95 lbs) 489 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This open access book brings together oral histories that record the experiences of individuals with intellectual disabilities in Shanghai as they participate in their careers. Employees with intellectual disabilities describe their experiences seeking, attaining, and maintaining employment. Their managers, colleagues, and family members also provide keen insight into the challenges and opportunities these individuals have encountered in the process of securing employment. An appendix provides a compilation of employment policies related to people with intellectual disabilities, particularly with respect to Shanghai. |