Abstract
Increased prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnoses within the general population is reflected in the growing number of college and university students with ASD. This exploratory study used an unobtrusive qualitative content analysis design to explore the experiences of students with ASD in academic libraries. It seeks to understand their questions and concerns, as well as their experiences in using the library and library resources. Using the social model of disability studies, this study allows for voices of students with ASD to be presented in their own words, not through the perceptions of parents, caregivers, faculty, or staff. ©2018 Amelia Anderson
Original language | American English |
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Journal | College Research Libraries |
Volume | 79 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jul 1 2018 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- College students
- Spectrum disorders
- Needs
- Challenges
- Academic libraries
Disciplines
- Higher Education
- Library and Information Science
- Online and Distance Education