How the IDEAL Program is Empowering Student Voices [IEP 164]

If you’ve never heard of the Inclusive Digital Expression and Literacy (IDEAL) program out of Georgia State University, you’re in for a treat!IDEAL is an inclusive, post-secondary education program with a unique focus on creative and digital media. We are so excited to bring you this conversation with Cara Davis, who serves as the Academic Access Coordinator for the IDEAL Program, and other members of the IDEAL team (Deriq Graves, Banji Bamidele, and Teymbi Toliver Tannis) for an insightful and inspiring look inside this empowering program.Show Highlights:IDEAL is a 2-year program where students specialize in their area of interest in the creative and digital media fields.IDEAL students audit Georgia State University courses in their areas.Internship is integrated into the program because the goal, upon completion of the program, is to become gainfully employed.Cara discusses their apprenticeship model.Team members share their individual perspectives on peer mentorship and support, social coaching, and what it’s like to be a student in the program.Cara provides an overview of the process for starting up a program.Teymbi discusses how the IDEAL program has grown over the four years she’s been involved.Team members relate some of their favorite stories and experiences.Thank you for listening!For More Information:IDEAL - Center for Leadership in DisabilityFaces of IDEALEmail: [email protected] Links/Resources:Thank you for listening!Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday.If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, then please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Google Play. It helps other listeners find this show.Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns:FacebookInstagramTwitterIEP websiteThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not to be construed as legal advice specific to your circumstances. If you need help with any legal matters, be sure to consult with an attorney regarding your specific needs.