Date: 09/04/2024
Tara Vernon, is a staff member at Middletown and an MEd student with Mary Immaculate College. She is currently studying for a Masters in Autism Studies.
Tara is conducting a research project on the perspectives of young autistic adults (aged 18-22) with regards to their post-primary educational experiences in Ireland. This study aims to capture and give voice to the lived experiences of members of the autistic community during their post-primary school education. This study hopes to contribute to a greater national understanding of how education is experienced by autistic students in Ireland and potentially provide insights into the elements required to provide appropriate, meaningful, and supportive teaching and learning environments.
If you are an autistic adult aged 18 to 22, living in the Republic of Ireland, Tara would like to hear your perspective on your secondary school experience. You will be invited to take part in an interview with Tara about your time in Post-Primary education. The interview will be no longer than 30 minutes and you can stop the interview at any time. The interview can be in person or online. Your answers will be made anonymous.
If you would like to participate in this research, or have any questions about this study you can email Tara at 19183143@micstudent.mic.ul.ie or course coordinator Emma O’Brien at Emma.obrien@mic.ul.ie