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Project

3.3 Improving Postsecondary Outcomes for Students with IDD/DD (Zhang/Yang)

Center:

TX-Center on Disability and Development, UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2026

Contact Information:

Dan Zhang
[email protected]
979-862-6514

Project Description:

Examples of Research Activities related to post-secondary outcomes, self-determination, and transition planning: Li, Y. F., Zhang, D., Dulas, H. M., & Whirley, M. L. (2026). Universal Design for Learning: Exploring Perspectives of Students with Disabilities in Higher Education. International Journal of Disability, Development and Education, 1–16.

Keyword(s):

postsecondary, university, self-determination

Core Function(s):

Training Trainees, Performing Research or Evaluation

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Employment-Related Activities, Quality of Life

Target Audience:

Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Professionals and Para-Professionals, Adults with Disabilities

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

None

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State, National