Can Autists Study in a Regular School?

Legal aspect

The widespread education of children with ASD in regular schools only began in 1990. Until this time, autistic children studied at home with a teacher who came to them. It was also possible to study at a specialised school.

Can a child with autism study in a regular school now?

The current legislation of many countries not only does not prohibit the education of special children in a regular school but also encourages it. Therefore, there is no need to look for a special school for children with autism, and a majority of teachers and psychiatrists are unanimous in the opinion that collective education is more effective and helps in the social adaptation of the child.

An autist with forms 3 or 4 of pathogenesis is partially able to master the general program in a school. Students with form 2 are recommended to study using a specialised program, but with an inclusive teacher. The forms of implementation are the presence of this teacher next to the child during classes and individual assistance in doing school work. Children with form 1 are mainly taught individually.

There are many practical examples when “children of the rain” achieved significant success and were not inferior in knowledge to an average schoolchild. But these are children who underwent a comprehensive treatment program using innovative techniques.

Preparatory aspect

In order for school education for autists to be successful, a child must be prepared for the future learning process.

Preschool training includes the formation of the following skills and abilities:

• Correct attitude towards the teacher and the tasks assigned by them
• Familiarity with typical school premises: a classroom with desks, the gym, cafeteria, and locker room
• Formation of basic self-service skills
• Providing motivation for learning

A regular school for children with ASD also implies the presence of skills for mastering educational material:

• Concentration
• Ability to perform sequential actions
• Ability to use office and school supplies accordingly
• Willingness to work in a group and follow a teacher’s guidance or carry out certain commands and tasks
• Understanding the basics of speech formation: word or sentence

Organisational and adaptation aspects

Either a regular teacher or a special education teacher will work with the child at school; it all depends on the individual abilities of the student and the form of ASD. For adaptation in a classroom, a teacher uses various educational methods of assistance in establishing friendly relationships with other students and becoming a full-fledged member of a class. Parental participation is also very important and valuable, especially when it comes to the necessary developmental and rehabilitative therapy.

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