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Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

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03-05-2019 | OriginalPaper

“I’m Destined to Ace This”: Work Experience Placement During High School for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Auteurs: Elinda Ai Lim Lee, Melissa H. Black, Tele Tan, Torbjorn Falkmer, Sonya Girdler

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 8/2019

Abstract

As postsecondary outcomes of adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are poor, there is a need for programs that aim to improve employment and education outcomes. This study employed a grounded theory approach to explore the key factors contributing to successful work placement experience and the perceived benefits of these placements from the perspective of adolescents with ASD (n = 5), their parents (n = 6) and employers (n = 6). Key factors contributing to success include preparing for the workplace, harnessing strengths and interests and developing work related skills, while the benefits include insight into the workplace, recognising and realising potential, working as a team and the pathway ahead. The findings articulate a framework which could underpin future transition interventions for adolescents with ASD.

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Titel: “I’m Destined to Ace This”: Work Experience Placement During High School for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Auteurs: Elinda Ai Lim Lee
Melissa H. Black
Tele Tan
Torbjorn Falkmer
Sonya Girdler
Publicatiedatum: 03-05-2019
Uitgeverij: Springer US
Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 8/2019
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-019-04024-x

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