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Rumi Agarwal1,2,3, Laura Heron4,5,6, Shanna L Burke4,5
1BRAINN Lab, School of Social Work, Robert Stempel College of Public Health and Social Work, Florida International University, 11200 S.W. 8th Street, AHC5 585, Miami, FL, 33199, USA. ragar006@fiu.edu.
Parental input is crucial for postsecondary education (PSE) programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID). This study highlights key themes from parent interviews to improve PSE program effectiveness and student outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Disability Studies
- Education Policy
- Psychology
Background:
- Postsecondary education (PSE) programs aim to enhance life outcomes for individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID).
- Parental involvement is vital in decision-making for students with ID.
- Effective evaluation of PSE programs requires understanding diverse stakeholder perspectives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore parental perspectives on PSE programs for individuals with ID.
- To identify factors influencing student success in PSE programs from a parental viewpoint.
- To inform recommendations for improving PSE program design and implementation.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study utilizing thematic analysis with a deductive approach.
- Data collected from 58 in-depth interviews with parents of students in PSE programs.
- Analysis focused on identifying recurring themes related to student experiences and program effectiveness.
Main Results:
- Identified key themes including capability, opportunity, motivation, and behavior influencing student engagement and success.
- Parental insights revealed specific program strengths and areas for development.
- Findings underscore the importance of a holistic approach to supporting students with ID in PSE.
Conclusions:
- Parental perspectives offer valuable insights for optimizing PSE programs for individuals with ID.
- Recommendations are provided to enhance program structures and support systems.
- Future research should continue to explore multi-faceted approaches to improving outcomes for students with ID in higher education settings.
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