Parents' Perspectives on Inclusive Schools for Children with Autism Spectrum Conditions
Journal article
Falkmer, Marita, Anderson, Katie, Joosten, Annette and Falkmer, Torbjörn. (2015). Parents' Perspectives on Inclusive Schools for Children with Autism Spectrum Conditions. International Journal of Disability, Development and Education. 62(1), pp. 1 - 23. https://doi.org/10.1080/1034912X.2014.984589
Authors | Falkmer, Marita, Anderson, Katie, Joosten, Annette and Falkmer, Torbjörn |
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Abstract | Children with autism spectrum conditions (ASC) increasingly participate in inclusive education. The present study reviewed studies of children with ASC for parents’ perceptions of aspects they believed contributed to inclusive mainstream school settings. Understanding the parental perspective on the facilitators for inclusion of their child with ASC in mainstream schools is likely to improve inclusive practice. Twenty-eight empirical articles revealed that parents perceived teachers as playing a vital role in the inclusion of their children with ASC. The school was considered important in creating an environment that enabled inclusion, particularly through positive peer relations, prevention of bullying and help from support staff. At the societal level, funding and legislative policies were considered important. By understanding these aspects, policy-makers, teachers, school administrators and therapists may better be able to address parents’ inclusion concerns and thereby develop strategies to improve inclusion in mainstream schools. |
Keywords | autism spectrum disorders; communications; inclusion; mainstream school; parental perspective; peer relations; systematic review; teacher |
Year | 2015 |
Journal | International Journal of Disability, Development and Education |
Journal citation | 62 (1), pp. 1 - 23 |
Publisher | Routledge |
ISSN | 1034-912X |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1080/1034912X.2014.984589 |
Scopus EID | 2-s2.0-84921757018 |
Page range | 1 - 23 |
Research Group | School of Allied Health |
Publisher's version | File Access Level Controlled |
Place of publication | United Kingdom |
https://acuresearchbank.acu.edu.au/item/87176/parents-perspectives-on-inclusive-schools-for-children-with-autism-spectrum-conditions
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