by Marlene K. Kushner (Author)
Sense of Direction offers a memoir, guidebook, and text to readers who intend to help students with unique patterns of learning. The title refers to the author's navigational challenges as well as her decades long quest to understand herself and work with students whose differences were similar to those she experienced. Deception and misinformation were two building blocks of her identity.
Sense of Direction has been written to provide this essential information. The author's life is presented and follows the many challenges she has met. The issues inherent in having an" invisible disorder " is explored. Resources for students, including associations, technical assistance, and protective legislation are offered. Finally, a sample of current research in the field is included.