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C.-C. Chen; S. Lim; G. A. Clardy – International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 2024
Higher education institutions today have offered a range of postsecondary transition programs for adults with intellectual disabilities (ID). Applying the social-ecological framework, this study was aimed to analyze qualitative data about the experiences and perceptions of physical activity (PA) among eight college students with ID at a…
Descriptors: College Students, Students with Disabilities, Physical Activity Level, Transitional Programs
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Yildiz, Gizem; Cavkaytar, Atilla – International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 2023
It is important to provide the independent life support individuals with intellectual disabilities need in preparing for employment. The primary purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of the Pre-Employment Independent Life Education Program (PILEP) design based on the needs to inform and support young adults. The research model…
Descriptors: Career Development, Independent Living, Young Adults, Intellectual Disability
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Ali Kaya; Michael L. Wehmeyer – International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 2024
Intellectual disability (ID) persists from birth through adulthood and aging. Thus, the support provided to individuals with intellectual disabilities (IwID) in adulthood is essential to increase their self-determination and quality of life. This research aimed to determine how IwID may receive support for education, working life, accommodation,…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Adults, Intellectual Disability, Cultural Differences
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Almalki, Saeed – International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 2022
In 2005, Saudi high schools began providing transition services for students with intellectual disability. However, recent studies have found that these services need improvement. Therefore, this study explored current transition services to help identify challenges that weaken these services and to recommend improvements for them. Eleven teachers…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, High School Students, Transitional Programs, Intellectual Disability
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Almalki, Saeed – International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 2021
Project SEARCH is a unique program for young adults with intellectual disabilities to transition from high school to work. This program teaches individuals with intellectual disabilities (interns) job skills in an inclusive work environment, such as a hospital. The purpose of the study is to understand the involvement and perceptions of supported…
Descriptors: Young Adults, Intellectual Disability, Supported Employment, Job Skills