Teachers' Educational Experiences and Preparedness in Teaching Students with Autism
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Barua, Prabal Datta, Devi, Aruna, Palmer, Elizabeth Emma and Ganguly, Rahul. 2024. "Teachers' Educational Experiences and Preparedness in Teaching Students with Autism." The Asia-Pacific Education Researcher. 33 (1), pp. 71-81. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40299-022-00709-7
Article Title | Teachers' Educational Experiences and Preparedness in Teaching Students with Autism |
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ERA Journal ID | 200081 |
Article Category | Article |
Authors | Barua, Prabal Datta, Devi, Aruna, Palmer, Elizabeth Emma and Ganguly, Rahul |
Journal Title | The Asia-Pacific Education Researcher |
Journal Citation | 33 (1), pp. 71-81 |
Number of Pages | 11 |
Year | 2024 |
Publisher | Springer |
Place of Publication | Germany |
ISSN | 0119-5646 |
2243-7908 | |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1007/s40299-022-00709-7 |
Web Address (URL) | https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40299-022-00709-7 |
Abstract | The intake of students with autism is increasing in inclusive classrooms. Teacher preparedness in teaching these students is an essential requirement for effective education. Little is known about teachers’ current educational experiences underpinning their preparedness in teaching autistic students. This study utilised semi-structured interviews to explore pre-service teachers’ (n = 8) and recent teacher graduates’ (n = 8) educational experiences and preparedness. Thematic analysis of the data identified the key findings: (1) the need for more in-depth learning about teaching autistic learners; (2) strengthening the onboarding strategy for novice teachers; (3) exposure to real-world situations with teaching different strategies related to autism. To promote inclusive education for students with autism, teachers should be equipped with expertise and prepared to implement inclusive practices. Implications for training opportunities and professional learning for teachers are discussed. |
Keywords | Autism; Special education; Teacher education; Teacher preparedness; Inclusion |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 390399. Education systems not elsewhere classified |
Public Notes | Files associated with this item cannot be displayed due to copyright restrictions. |
Byline Affiliations | School of Business |
University of Technology Sydney | |
University of the Sunshine Coast | |
University of New South Wales | |
Sydney Children's Hospital, Australia | |
Charles Sturt University |
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