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Adaptation of the PEERS for Young Adults Social Skills Curriculum for College Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Ridgely, Natalie C.; Pallathra, Ashley A.; Raffaele, C. Teal; Rothwell, Caitlin; Rich, Brendan A. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2023
Young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience a variety of unique challenges that may be compounded for individuals pursuing postsecondary education. Particular difficulties identified for college students with ASD include variability in social skills, social isolation, and reduced access to appropriate support and services. Research…
Descriptors: College Students, Young Adults, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Interpersonal Competence
Expert Consensus on the Development of a School-Based Intervention to Improve the School Participation and Connectedness of Elementary Students on the Autism Spectrum: A Delphi Study
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Hodges, Amy; Cordier, Reinie; Joosten, Annette; Bourke-Taylor, Helen – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2022
School participation and connectedness have significant implications for student outcomes while at school and in later life. The need to develop evidence-based interventions to proactively support students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is imperative. A two-round Delphi technique was used to gain expert consensus to inform the development of…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Intervention, Elementary School Students
Transition Planning for Students with Significant Disabilities: Implications for Student-Centered Planning.
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Getzel, Elizabeth E.; deFur, Sharon – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 1997
An analysis of transition plans for 84 students (ages 14-21) with severe disabilities was conducted across 24 school divisions in Virginia. Results found 35% were present at their individualized education program (IEP) meetings, 15% participated in their transition plan development, and none were employed outside of the school. (Author/CR)
Descriptors: Education Work Relationship, Employment, Individualized Education Programs, Individualized Transition Plans