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Direct linkVirginia L. Walker; Christan Coogle; Ann Mickelson; Andy B. Masud – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2024
The number of students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in PreK-12 schools has increased over time. However, paraeducators supporting students with ASD typically receive limited training and are unprepared for their roles. As part of a larger survey study, we conducted a content analysis of responses by paraeducators in one U.S. state across…
Descriptors: Paraprofessional School Personnel, Students with Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Training
Download full textJordan M. Lukins; Harriet Able; Kara Hume – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2023
Despite the contemporary emphasis on evidence-based practices (EBPs) in autism education, the research-to-practice gap persists. Understanding how newly trained teachers' experiences, knowledge, and beliefs about EBPs influence their instructional decisions is vital to increasing EBP implementation among the next generation of special educators.…
Descriptors: Evidence Based Practice, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Beginning Teachers, Knowledge Level
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
Paisley, Courtney A.; Eldred, Sophia W.; Cawley, Ashley; Tomeny, Theodore S. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2023
Teachers' training in and knowledge of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)--specific evidence-based practices (EBPs) vary widely. While researchers continue to develop and disseminate evidence-based interventions, the research-to-practice gap between these interventions and implementation within school settings remains an ongoing challenge. This study…
Descriptors: Students with Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Classroom Techniques, Knowledge Level
Gevarter, Cindy; Siciliano, Mariah G.; Stone, Erin – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2022
This online survey study examined early intervention providers' knowledge and training needs surrounding evidence-based practices for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The researchers analyzed data from 87 early intervention providers (speech-language pathologists and developmental specialists) in a rural Southwestern U.S. state. The survey included…
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Evidence Based Practice, Early Intervention, Knowledge Level
Fleury, Veronica P.; Kemper, Talya – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2022
The quantity and quality of research focused on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have grown over the past several decades. Ensuring that research findings are accessible and understood by education professionals is essential for improving outcomes for individuals with ASD. In this study, we evaluated education professionals' knowledge about ASD,…
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Knowledge Level, Beliefs, Etiology
