Additional major findings from the study were that a focus on social skill development based upon the structure of human growth development
was a critical component of effective transition programs for children with disabilities.
By focusing efforts on developmentally appropriate social skill development in the curriculum and collaborating with stakeholders, special education administrators can immediately begin the positive impact on the successful transition of students with disabilities. The results of this study can be utilized by leaders in special education programs to make recommendations for improvement strategies for developing effective transition programs for young children and adolescents.