Program
Education K-12 M.A.
Number of Pages
44
Year Approved
2026
First Advisor
Lisa Silmser
Second Reader
Amie Lorence Grubidge
Abstract
Young adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) continue to face significant gaps in independent living, employment, and community participation after high school. This literature review examined how hybrid postsecondary education (PSE) programs, which combine specialized instruction with participation in general college courses and campus life, support the development of daily living and independent living skills for young adults ages 18 to 25. Twenty-six sources were reviewed. The research indicated that hybrid programs support growth in self-determination, domestic and time management skills, transportation, functional literacy, and adaptive behavior, often through mainstream technology and structured opportunities for choice. Limitations included small sample sizes and few comparison groups. Implications for professional practice and future research are discussed.
Degree Name
Education K-12 M.A.
Document Type
Masterʼs thesis
Recommended Citation
Roste, J. L. (2026). Hybrid Postsecondary Education and Daily Living Skill Development for Young Adults With Intellectual Disabilities [Masterʼs thesis, Bethel University]. Spark Repository. https://spark.bethel.edu/etd/1313
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