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Use Of Technology For Children With Autism: Academic Success In The Least Restrictive Environment, Laura Scott
Use Of Technology For Children With Autism: Academic Success In The Least Restrictive Environment, Laura Scott
Journal of Educational Leadership in Action
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) is a prevailing neurodevelopmental disorder that affects many aspects of a child’s life. Their communication and emotional regulation are hindered which makes it more challenging for them to thrive in the general education setting. Every child has the right to be educated in the least restrictive environment with needed support provided by its local school. Research has shown the use of technology to be a major contribution to student engagement and success. The focus of this article is to examine how a child’s communication and emotional regulation affect their academics and offer research based solutions. It …