Pregledni rad
https://doi.org/10.15516/cje.v27i1.5948
Experiences and Attitudes Towards the Inclusion of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Tea Pahić
; University of Zagreb, Faculty of Teacher Education
Monika Borak
; Police Department of Varaždin
Sažetak
Inclusion of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a challenge in modern education, and its success depends on the attitudes of teachers, teaching assistants, parents and typically developing students in the classroom. This paper analyzes existing research to identify factors that shape the said stakeholders’ perception of inclusion, relying on Bronfenbrenner’s ecological theory, which emphasizes the interrelation between the individual and their environment. A narrative synthesis of 34 studies from Croatian and international literature was conducted, selected based on the criteria of relevance, empirical foundation and contextual adaptability. The results show that teachers with more education and experience exhibit more positive attitudes, while assistants are not often professionally trained, and they are rarely involved in lesson planning. Parents support inclusion but are concerned about the lack of adaptations and communication with teachers. Students without disabilities often have neutral or negative attitudes, but peer programs can improve them. In conclusion, improving inclusive practices requires professional development for teachers, clearer definition of assistants’ roles and better collaboration among all stakeholders.
Ključne riječi
attitudes; different perspectives; education; inclusion; students with ASD
Hrčak ID:
333386
URI
Datum izdavanja:
28.3.2025.
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