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2017

Loyola University Chicago

Autism

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The Effects Of Teacher Self-Efficacy With The Inclusion Of Students With Autism In General Education Classrooms, Tekita Quashell Gordon Jan 2017

The Effects Of Teacher Self-Efficacy With The Inclusion Of Students With Autism In General Education Classrooms, Tekita Quashell Gordon

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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) continues to rise at an astonishing rate. As many schools attempt to create an inclusive environment that is conducive for students with autism's academic success, it is important that we recognize the teacher's role in creating an inclusive classroom. Teachers with high self-efficacy have a positive impact on student achievement. Therefore, this qualitative study explores the effects of a teacher's self-efficacy with the inclusion of students with autism in a general education classroom.

Eleven general education teachers were interviewed in order to gain insight into their experience and perceptions on the inclusion of students with autism. …