AUTISM IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Abstract

The forthcoming presentation revolves around the guiding theme: "Autism in Early Childhood Education." This pertains to the realm of pedagogical research and seeks to enhance the pedagogical knowledge in working with children affected by this disorder. The pursuit of this topic within this research strand emerged from recognizing the challenges teachers encounter in fostering the socialization and integration of autistic children within the classroom space. In light of these challenges, this project underscores the necessity of this study to significantly fortify pedagogical practices and elucidate how to facilitate the inclusion of these children within the school environment.The posed problem revolves around the inquiry: How can early childhood educators promote the inclusion of autistic children in the classroom? What is the significance of training in achieving success in this endeavor? What are the concepts underpinning autism, and how can they be identified? The activities undertaken encompass the proposal of inclusive practices both within and beyond the school setting. The evaluation process adopts a continuous and procedural approach. To comprehend this line of questioning comprehensively, the project constructs a theoretical framework grounded in the works of authors such as Sassaki, Mantoan, and Kanner. These authors, through their studies, sought to unravel the etiology of this syndrome and subsequently documented their perspectives on the origins of autism, formulating their concepts based on their experiences in caring for these individuals. Additionally, insights from other theorists, to be explored throughout the presented research, further enrich the project's scholarly depth.