Supporting the Successful Transition of Youth with Disabilities Between Secondary School and Postsecondary School (original) (raw)

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This research focuses on the essential factors that facilitate successful transitions for youth with disabilities from secondary to postsecondary education. Key elements include promoting self-determination, maximizing technology use, ensuring continuity of services, and coordinated support management. Although challenges remain, there has been notable progress in this demographic’s enrollment in postsecondary institutions, with emphasis on fostering self-advocacy and access to assistive technology. Stakeholders including educators, families, and agencies are urged to collaborate for a seamless transition, improving outcomes for these students.