ERIC Number: EJ1257567
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020-Jul
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Evaluation of a Transition to University Programme for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Lei, Jiedi; Calley, Steph; Brosnan, Mark; Ashwin, Chris; Russell, Ailsa
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, v50 n7 p2397-2411 Jul 2020
Applying to university can be an anxiety-provoking time for many autistic students, though enrolment can be increased by actively involving them in transition planning. We provide an evaluation of a transition to university pilot programme (Autism Summer School) for autistic students (16-19 years) who are seeking to apply/attend university. The content focused on introducing students to various aspects of university life including academic (sample lectures), social (e.g., clubs and societies), and daily living (eating in university canteen and staying in student accommodation). Students' quantitative and qualitative feedback are positive and promising, showing significant reduction across a range of concerns related to transition to university after the programme, as well as general optimism related to starting university.
Descriptors: Transitional Programs, Program Effectiveness, Students with Disabilities, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Late Adolescents, Summer Programs, College Applicants, Pilot Projects, Positive Attitudes, College Environment
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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