Post-school transitions
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About the autistic author markerAberdein, R. & Saggers, B. (2021). Post-school transitions. In Supporting Students on the Autism Spectrum in Inclusive Schools (1) (pp. 107-117). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003049036-12
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- Supporting Students on the Autism Spectrum in Inclusive Schools
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- Routledge
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- 9781003049036
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Until early adulthood, the first author of this chapter spent her life as an undiagnosed person on the autism spectrum. Throughout her school years, her autistic traits were far from invisible but were generally perceived as character flaws or emotional issues. This pattern of misinterpretation continued into her adult life, impacting on her ability to search for and obtain employment. This chapter discusses the author’s experiences at school, and how these continued to impact on her adult life and search for employment. It also focuses on her transition from school to the workplace. This is often a challenging time for people on the spectrum due to the structure of school being removed and the presentation of new expectations in the workplace that they often feel inadequately prepared to meet. This chapter discusses how school experiences can influence post-school outcomes and, based on the first author’s experiences, reflects on what additional supports and adjustments may have helped to prepare her for adult life. This chapter provides an insider account of practical supports and adjustments educators may like to consider to improve school and learning experiences for students on the autism spectrum and to help prepare them for the transition to post-school adult life.
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