College Access, Success and Equity for Students on the Autism Spectrum.
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| Title: | College Access, Success and Equity for Students on the Autism Spectrum. |
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| Authors: | Accardo, Amy L., Bean, Kimberly, Cook, Barbara, Gillies, Ann, Edgington, Rebecca, Kuder, S. Jay, Bomgardner, Estyr M. |
| Source: | Journal of Autism & Developmental Disorders. Dec2019, Vol. 49 Issue 12, p4877-4890. 14p. 5 Charts. |
| Subjects: | Academic achievement, Autism, Psychology of college students, Communication, Experience, Students with disabilities, Interviewing, Research methodology, Student assistance programs, Students, Success, Surveys, Accessible design, Psychosocial factors, Social support, Academic accommodations |
| Abstract: | College may be considered a gateway to success, yet access to college is limited for young adults with autism. Given the research recommendations to elicit student experiences and to communicate among universities to improve college access, success, and equity, the present study examined the questions: What factors are perceived as pathways to success or barriers to success by college students on the autism spectrum? What university provided accommodations and/or support services do they prefer? Participants from four universities completed surveys and semi-structured interviews. Findings from the multi-university study suggest the need to provide transition planning and systematic non-academic social and emotional supports from the start of the college experience as well as specific training for faculty, staff, and peers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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| Abstract: | College may be considered a gateway to success, yet access to college is limited for young adults with autism. Given the research recommendations to elicit student experiences and to communicate among universities to improve college access, success, and equity, the present study examined the questions: What factors are perceived as pathways to success or barriers to success by college students on the autism spectrum? What university provided accommodations and/or support services do they prefer? Participants from four universities completed surveys and semi-structured interviews. Findings from the multi-university study suggest the need to provide transition planning and systematic non-academic social and emotional supports from the start of the college experience as well as specific training for faculty, staff, and peers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 01623257 |
| DOI: | 10.1007/s10803-019-04205-8 |
