Autistic Spectrum Disorders: A Challenge and a Model for Inclusion in Education

Authors:

Jordan, R.

Source:

British Journal of Special Education, Volume 35, Issue 1, p.11-15 (2008)

Layperson Summary:

A dream school would be one that focuses on the talents of children with autism and includes them in the culture of the school.

This article is based on a lecture on the role of school in the lives of people with autism. Dr. Jordan states that teaching children with autism is hard. She argues that an inclusive school should be able to flex to address the needs of each child. Some children with autism will need support from a therapist, but that should be given at school. She concludes that making a school that gets it right for children with autism is the same as making a school that gets it right for society.

Scientific Abstract

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