Support Needs for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder Beyond University Accommodations: Enhancing Educator Awareness–A Literature Review

This literature review explores the needs of students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in higher education while underscoring the gap in awareness of the required support for student success. Examining current research, this review identifies both the social and academic challenges faced by...

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Main Authors: Catherine Hallam, Jennifer Young, Kim Koranda, Lisa Schenk, Hannah Cilliers, Zarren Hattery
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Language:English
Published: Grand Canyon University 2024-11-01
Series:Journal of Scholarly Engagement
Online Access:https://scholarlyengagement.com/2024/12/11/support-needs-for-students-with-autism-spectrum-disorder-beyond-university-accommodations-enhancing-educator-awareness-a-literature-review/
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description This literature review explores the needs of students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in higher education while underscoring the gap in awareness of the required support for student success. Examining current research, this review identifies both the social and academic challenges faced by students with ASD, including mental health concerns, and the necessity for tailored support and training mechanisms. It emphasizes the need for enhanced educator awareness and institutional readiness to accommodate the needs of students with ASD. Recommendations include inclusive environments in higher education to improve academic outcomes for students with ASD.
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spellingShingle Catherine Hallam
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Journal of Scholarly Engagement
title Support Needs for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder Beyond University Accommodations: Enhancing Educator Awareness–A Literature Review
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title_sort support needs for students with autism spectrum disorder beyond university accommodations enhancing educator awareness a literature review
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