Inclusive Education for Autistic Children: Helping Children and Young People to Learn and Flourish in the Classroom
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This book presents original, empirical research that reframes how educators should consider autism and educational inclusion. Rebecca Wood carefully unpicks common misapprehensions about autism and how autistic children learn, and reconsiders what inclusion can and should mean for autistic learners in school settings.
Drawing on research and interwoven with comments from autistic child and adult contributors throughout, the book argues that inclusion will only work if the ways in which autistic children think, learn, communicate and exhibit their understanding are valued and supported. Such an approach will benefit both the learner and the whole classroom. Considering topics such as the sensory environment, support, learning and cognition, school curriculums, communication and socialisation, this much needed book offers ideas and insight that reflect the practical side of day-to-day teaching and learning, and shows how thinking differently about autism and inclusion will equip teachers to effectively improve teaching conditions for the whole school.
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Additional information
| Publisher | Jessica Kingsley Publishers (21 Aug. 2019) |
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| Language | English |
| Paperback | 208 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1785923218 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1785923210 |
| Dimensions | 15 x 1.4 x 22.8 cm |
by Trudi Rainsberry
Rebecca Wood has expertly woven up to date research with the views and perspective of autistic adults and young people. It is both practical for educators and carers alike, providing a much needed and positive contribution to autism literature.
by Mike Finlay
A positive, identity first book that helps readers get to the heart of current narratives around Autism acceptance. Clear, contemporary and positive, this book will help to shift mindsets away from deficit models of autism towards social or critical realist models. This is a must read!
by Miss S J Griffiths
As an Occupational Therapist that work with autistic children, I have seen the challenges they face trying to get an education in mainstream schools. This book guide the reader through some of these complex issues and challenges and shares with you practical ideas with particular emphasis on adapting the school environment, making accommodations, using the child’s interests, removing social and sensory barriers, and many more. This is a must read for parents of autistic children and educators and health care professionals who work with autistic children.
by Gemma Rust
As a mother of a young boy with Autism I try and read as much as I can on the subject in order to advocate as much as I can for him within the school setting.
This is the first book I have read where I really understand where the bar should be set for Autistic children at school and how they are taught.
The layout of the book makes it very easy to read, easy to go back and re read if you need to and also grab a quick reference.
I cannot recommend this book enough, I read parts of it to my son and he just sat and nodded along with me.
It also explained a lot of things that I wasn’t even aware of that my son struggles with and I did even link it to Autism.
If you are a parent of or work with Autistic children read it ASAP.
by Shelby
A useful and insightful read. I read the book in full during summer and I am dipping in again now I’m back at work (SEND teacher). A must read for anyone who is passionate about inclusion.
by Olivia Eguiguren
Dr. Wood’s book is extremely insightful, deep, and sensible. At the same time it is easy to read, with clear and practical tips and guidance. It is a must-have for anyone involved in the education and inclusion field.
by AnnieMacs
Was inspired to buy this book yesterday, at the Scottish Autism conference, after hearing Dr Wood, the author, break it down. I already know this book will be an incredibly useful tool to help me navigate my child through his education. Hopefully, also help with the every day anxiety through empowering me as a parent, of a brilliant boy, to guide him and engage with his educators, best I can. Thank you Rebecca, for all your work and research, and also thanks so much for your very powerful talk on this very important topic. ❤️
by AlexR
This carefully researched and informative book provides a wealth of practical suggestions in areas ranging from the power of special interests to sensory issues, learning and cognition and the curriculum. There is an excellent section on educational priorities that acknowledges the process of determining outcomes as key. Importantly, through drawing on the views and perspectives of autistic children and adults, Dr Wood reminds us that true school inclusion can only take place if educators actively listen to those they intend to support. Highly recommended for the bookshelves of all schools that value inclusive practice. Fiona Rattray, Educational Psychologist and PhD Student