Project Description:
Think College Fee-for-Service Activities address the growing need for tailored support in developing and sustaining inclusive postsecondary education (IPSE) programs for students with intellectual disability. These services include strategic planning, focused technical assistance, professional development, and expert-led lectures, customized to meet the unique needs of stakeholders. Led by nationally recognized experts, the activities offer flexibility, high-quality guidance, and solutions beyond the scope of national TA center grants. By providing these services, Think College empowers institutions to create sustainable, high-quality IPSE programs and expands its mission to advance inclusive education nationwide.
1. Need
The demand for inclusive postsecondary education (IPSE) programs for students with intellectual disability continues to grow, yet many institutions face challenges in establishing and sustaining these initiatives. State and regional partners require tailored support beyond the scope of existing national technical assistance (TA) centers. To meet this need, Think College provides a suite of fee-for-service activities designed to offer customized, high-quality services that empower colleges, universities, and related organizations to develop, enhance, and sustain IPSE programs.
2. Overall Goals and Objectives
The overarching goal of Think College Fee-for-Service Activities is to bridge the gap between standard TA offerings and the specific needs of stakeholders. The objectives include: Delivering strategic planning services to guide institutions in creating or expanding IPSE programs;
offering focused, one-on-one technical assistance to address unique challenges; providing expert-led lectures and professional development tailored to institutional goals; and ensuring sustainability and quality in IPSE programming through customized consultation and guidance.
3. Unusual Features
Think College Fee-for-Service Activities stand out for their: Customization: Services are tailored to the specific context, needs, and goals of each client; expertise: Activities are led by nationally recognized leaders in IPSE with decades of experience; flexibility: services cover a wide range of needs, from early-stage program planning to advanced operational strategies; and national scope: these activities leverage Think College's extensive network and resources while remaining adaptable to regional and local contexts.
4. Expected Benefits
By offering fee-for-service activities, Think College aims to: Enhance the capacity of institutions to deliver high-quality, inclusive educational opportunities for students with intellectual disability; foster long-term sustainability and growth of IPSE programs; equip partners with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to address unique challenges; and expand access to specialized support for IPSE programs, complementing the work of national TA centers.
Through these targeted, revenue-generating activities, Think College strengthens its mission of advancing inclusive postsecondary education while ensuring a broader reach and deeper impact.
