Download or read book Student and Parent Perceptions of the Effectiveness of Postsecondary Transition Programs for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder written by Sara John Rattigan and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the increase in students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) entering postsecondary institutions, it is imperative to have a foundational system in place to promote student efficacy. Many of these programs are in their infancy and have minimal data to support their effectiveness. Further development into the postsecondary environment is crucial in establishing and maintaining transition programs to facilitate expansion and sustainability. The purpose of this study was to explore the perceptions of students with ASD and their parents concerning the effectiveness of college transition programs. The qualitative study used a four-point Likert scale survey and open-ended questions, which was administered to eight students with ASD and eight parents of students with ASD. Of those participants, two parents and two students engaged in an interview to garner a deeper understanding of their experiences. Various instruments were used to elicit parent and student insights about the effectiveness of college transition programs for students with ASD. From the results of the study, there was evidence to suggest students believed their programs were efficacious in offering supplemental supports, reasonable accommodations, and opportunities to learn communication skills, while parents found value in academic independence, transition efficiency, and development of social skills. In contrast, students communicated apprehensions concerning teacher knowledge of disability, course structure and pacing, and acceptance into the college culture, while parents conveyed trepidations involving (a) academic rigor, (b) financial assistance, (c) peer mentorships, (d) goal setting, and (e) inclusionary practices.