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Jill Locke; Anthony Osuna; Raine J. Myrvold; Jennifer Schoffer Closson – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2024
Recent trends suggest that autistic young adults are increasingly accessing postsecondary education than in years past. However, these students often face unique challenges that negatively impact their college experience resulting in high dropout. The Mentoring, Organization and Social Support for Autism Inclusion on Campus (MOSSAIC) Program is a…
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, College Students, Mentors, Social Support Groups
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White, Susan W.; Elias, Rebecca; Capriola-Hall, Nicole N.; Smith, Isaac C.; Conner, Caitlin M.; Asselin, Susan B.; Howlin, Patricia; Getzel, Elizabeth E.; Mazefsky, Carla A. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2017
Empirically based, consumer-informed programming to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) transitioning to college is needed. Informed by theory and research, the Stepped Transition in Education Program for Students with ASD (STEPS) was developed to address this need. The first level (Step 1) supports high school students and the…
Descriptors: Transitional Programs, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Autism, Randomized Controlled Trials
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Cai, Ru Ying; Richdale, Amanda L. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2016
Little research directly examines the needs of post-secondary students with ASD. The experiences and support needs of 23 students with ASD enrolled in two universities and four colleges, and 15 family members were explored in 15 semi-structured focus groups. Thematic analysis identified five themes: core ASD features, co-morbid conditions,…
Descriptors: Educational Experience, Special Needs Students, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Autism