Michael L. Wehmeyer's work centers on special education and the rights of individuals with disabilities. His extensive publications explore intellectual disability, eugenics, and self-determination. Wehmeyer's research emphasizes fostering autonomy and full societal participation for people with disabilities, advocating for their rights and inclusion.
This practical guide introduces the Self-Determined Learning Model of Instruction (SDLMI), an evidence-based practice designed to promote student self-determination and support educators in enabling students to set goals, create action plans to achieve those goals, and self-evaluate their progress.
It's time to focus on what students can do, rather than what they can't.