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Improving Employee Handbook Comprehension for College Students with Intellectual Disability
Journal of Inclusive Postsecondary Education
  • Stephanie M. Devine, Georgia Southern University
  • J. N. Baker
  • C. More
  • J. Morgan
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
7-1-2022
DOI
10.13021/jipe.2022.3059
Abstract

Independent access to text is important to employment and critical for postsecondary success; however, literacy deficits make access to text challenging for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Limited access to employment policies and procedures leaves individuals at a disadvantage. This study examines the text comprehension of employee policies and procedures for four college students with ID through a universally designed employee handbook, graphic organizers, and systematic instruction. Results indicate that participants improved in text comprehension and independent navigation of accessibility functions in iPads®, an important skill in a technology-based culture. Recommendations and implications for practice and further research are also discussed.

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Citation Information
Stephanie M. Devine, J. N. Baker, C. More and J. Morgan. "Improving Employee Handbook Comprehension for College Students with Intellectual Disability" Journal of Inclusive Postsecondary Education Vol. 4 Iss. 1 (2022)
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/stephanie-devine/47/