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ERIC Number: EJ1312294
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021-Nov
Pages: 12
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-4669
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Using Community Conversations to Inform Transition Education in Rural Communities
Carter, Erik W.; Schutz, Michele A.; Gajjar, Shimul A.; Maves, Erin A.; Bumble, Jennifer L.; McMillan, Elise D.
Journal of Special Education, v55 n3 p131-142 Nov 2021
Nearly one quarter of all youth with disabilities attend rural schools. Supporting the successful postschool transitions of these youth can be a complex and challenging endeavor. In this study, we used "community conversation" events as a methodology for identifying the practices and partnerships needed to improve transition outcomes for students with disabilities in rural school districts. We analyzed the diverse ideas (N = 656) for preparing youth with disabilities for adulthood generated by a cross section of the local community in five participating rural school districts. Although practices related to employment and family engagement were prominent, fewer suggestions addressed postsecondary education and community living. Perceptions of existing school-community partnerships varied within and across districts. We offer recommendations for research and practice aimed at strengthening the capacity of rural communities to prepare their students with disabilities well for life after high school.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education; High Schools
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Tennessee
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