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Autism and the Academic Library: A Study of Online Communication

Authors :
Anderson, Amelia
Source :
College & Research Libraries. Jul 2018 79(5):645-658.
Publication Year :
2018

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 utilizing 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.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0010-0870
Volume :
79
Issue :
5
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
College & Research Libraries
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ1183831
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.5860/crl.79.5.645