Impact of Extracurricular Involvement on Postsecondary Outcomes for Deaf Youth
This study assessed the influence of extracurricular involvement on postsecondary outcomes for deaf people through a secondary analysis of data from the second National Longitudinal Transition Study.
The Role of Self-Beliefs in Predicting Postschool Outcomes for Deaf Young Adults
This study explored the role of self-beliefs in predicting postsecondary outcomes for deaf young adults in transition from secondary settings, through a secondary analysis of the second National Longitudinal Transition Study.
Equitable Access Guide: Understanding Legal Responsibilities for Institutions (Second Edition)
This resource is for professionals who want a better understanding of the legal foundations in serving deaf students. Disability law attorneys and experienced practitioners explain institutional responsibilities and provide tips for implementing policies and procedures.
Role Models as Facilitators of Social Capital for Deaf Individuals: A Research Synthesis
Deaf people often experience barriers such as negative attitudes, prejudice, and reduced accessibility in school and work environments. The purpose of this article was to explore the unique contributions of role models for deaf people. We reviewed and summarized findings from role models research and identified four key themes across the literature.
Communication Technology and Deaf Individuals’ Literacy Skills
This study used data from National Longitudinal Transition Study 2 to explore the hypothesis that increased access to English through computer-mediated communication (CMC) can increase direct access to language and literacy for deaf people.
Non-Cognitive Factors That Support Postsecondary Persistence in Deaf Students
Persistence in postsecondary settings refers to the likelihood that a student will remain in school, particularly past the first year of enrollment.
Assessing English Literacy as a Predictor of Postschool Outcomes in the Lives of Deaf Individuals
This study assessed the influence of English literacy skills on postsecondary outcomes for deaf people, through a secondary analysis of data from National Longitudinal Transition Study 2.
Modeling the Role of Autonomy in Achieving Sustainable Employment for Deaf Young Adults
This video is an ASL translation of our research article about the role of autonomy in the transition to employment and how parents can facilitate autonomy development for their deaf children.