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First-Year College Students with ADHD And/or LD: Differences in Engagement, Positive Core Self-Evaluation, School Preparation, and College Expectations
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DuPaul, George J.; Pinho, Trevor D.; Pollack, Brittany L.; Gormley, Matthew J.; Laracy, Seth D. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2017
Students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and/or learning disabilities (LD) experience significant challenges in making the transition from high school to college. This study examined the ways first-year college students with ADHD, LD, ADHD+LD, and comparison peers differ in engagement, core self-evaluation, high school…
Descriptors: College Freshmen, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Control Groups
The Transition from High School to Postsecondary Education for Students with Learning Disabilities: A Survey of College Service Coordinators.
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Janiga, Sandra J.; Costenbader, Virginia – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2002
This study surveyed coordinators of special services at 74 postsecondary institutions on how well students with learning disabilities had been prepared by high school transition services. Overall, respondents were dissatisfied with transition services. Respondents were most satisfied with high schools' provision of updated student evaluations…
Descriptors: College Preparation, College Students, Learning Disabilities, Postsecondary Education
Making the Transition to Higher Education: Opportunities for Student Empowerment.
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Brinckerhoff, Loring C. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1996
This article examines the role of the student with learning disabilities in the transition to postsecondary settings, including participating on the transition planning team, selecting high school classes, evaluating postsecondary options, and enrolling in college. Practical suggestions to support students in this process are offered. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: College Applicants, College Bound Students, College Choice, College Preparation