Sheida K. Raley PhD

Sheida K. Raley, Ph.D. is Assistant Professor of Special Education at the University of Arkansas, College of Education Health Professions in the Curriculum and Instruction Department. Her research focuses on assessment and intervention related to self-determination for all students, including students with extensive support needs learning in inclusive contexts. 

The goal of her research is to understand how to enable all students, including students with and without disabilities, to build abilities and skills associated with self-determination. Prior to joining the University of Arkansas, Dr. Raley was Assistant Professor in the Department of Special Education at the University of Kansas and Assistant Research Professor at Kansas University Center on Developmental Disabilities. She received her doctoral degree from the University of Kansas and master’s degree from Vanderbilt University.

Institution: University of Kansas

Project Title: Community-Based Self-Determination to Enhance Goal Setting and Attainment Targeting Employment, Postsecondary Education, Community Participation, and Physical Health Outcomes

Project Overview: Dr. Sheida K. Raley’s AIR-P Scholars Final Report discusses the Self-Advocacy and Goal Attainment (SAGA) Project, which addresses the need for effective transition interventions for autistic adolescents. This project is crucial as it aims to enhance self-determination and facilitate better adult outcomes in employment, education, and community involvement.