Using a national dataset, this study investigated the predictors of attendance and participation in transition planning meetings among youth with autism spectrum disorders. The combination of four variables predicted student attendance. Attendance was positively related to expressive communication skills, percentage of time in general education, and frequency of discussions at home about transition. Attendance was negatively related to parent involvement at school. The combination of five variables predicted active participation. Participation was positively related to self-advocacy skills, percentage of time in general education, and frequency of discussions at home about transition. Older students were less likely to participate actively than younger students, and African American students were less likely to participate than Caucasian students. Implications for research and practice are discussed.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:VANDERBILT/oai:VANDERBILTETD:etd-07092012-113209 |
| Date | 23 July 2012 |
| Creators | Griffin, Megan Marie |
| Contributors | Dr. Robert M. Hodapp, Dr. Erik W. Carter, Dr. Deborah D. Hatton, Dr. Julie L. Taylor, Dr. Carolyn Hughes |
| Publisher | VANDERBILT |
| Source Sets | Vanderbilt University Theses |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | text |
| Format | application/pdf |
| Source | http://etd.library.vanderbilt.edu/available/etd-07092012-113209/ |
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