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Social Capital Considerations in Transition for Students with Emotional and Behavioral Disabilities
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Yeager, Kristopher Hawk – Intervention in School and Clinic, 2018
Students with emotional and behavioral disabilities (EBD) continue to have poor transition outcomes despite the continued advancement of evidence-based transition planning practices. Strategies tailored to the specific needs of students with EBD must be researched and disseminated to practitioners. A social capital approach to transition planning…
Descriptors: Emotional Disturbances, Behavior Disorders, Transitional Programs, Planning
Peer Support Arrangements to Promote Positive Postschool Outcomes
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Scheef, Andrew R.; Hollingshead, Aleksandra; Voss, Cory S. – Intervention in School and Clinic, 2019
The use of peer support arrangements can be an effective strategy to improve educational services for students with disabilities, including those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). When developing peer support arrangements, secondary teachers should consider aligning these services with evidence-based predictors of positive postschool outcomes…
Descriptors: Peer Influence, Peer Relationship, Disabilities, Autism
Fostering Self-Determination through Building Productive Relationships in the Classroom
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Field, Sharon L.; Hoffman, Abigail S. – Intervention in School and Clinic, 2012
Self-determination is essential to promoting successful transitions for students with and without disabilities. Numerous studies have found that positive relationships are central to the ability to be self-determined, thus making relationship building a key area to address to promote successful transitions. This article provides information on…
Descriptors: Self Determination, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Transitional Programs
High School Students with Asperger Syndrome: A Career Path Binder Project
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Hurlbutt, Karen S.; Handler, Beth R. – Intervention in School and Clinic, 2010
Graduating from high school and moving to the next phase of life can be difficult for any student but is particularly so for those with Asperger syndrome (AS). Social skill difficulties; sensory concerns; and narrow, restricted interest areas all have an impact on this transition. This article describes an activity that can be used with students…
Descriptors: High School Students, Asperger Syndrome, Interpersonal Competence, Career Development
Teaching Self-Advocating Strategies through Drama.
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Schnapp, Linda; Olsen, Christopher – Intervention in School and Clinic, 2003
This paper describes the drama component of Project Access, a transitional 4-week summer program for students (ages 15 to 18) with disabilities at Howard County Community College (Maryland). Emphasis is on development of self-advocacy skills through a variety of exercises and performance activities. Participating students have demonstrated growth…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Community Colleges, Disabilities, Drama
Transitioning College Bound Students with LD.
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Brandt, Mary D.; Berry, Judy O. – Intervention in School and Clinic, 1991
This article presents a rationale and strategies for providing individualized transition planning for learning-disabled students preparing for postsecondary programs. The article stresses planning and goal setting, academic preparation, personal/social skill development, and student followup. Two case studies illustrate the strategies. (DB)
Descriptors: Case Studies, College Bound Students, College Preparation, Educational Planning