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ERIC Number: EJ679124
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2003
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ISSN: ISSN-0300-4430
Children with Autism Attending Preschool Facilities: The Experiences and Perceptions of Staff.
McConkey, Roy; Bhlirgri, Sonee
Early Child Development and Care, v173 n4 p445-52 Aug 2003
Surveyed staff in 38 Belfast preschools of various types regarding supports available for children with autistic spectrum disorder. Found that many had experience with children with autistic spectrum disorders and receive some advice and support from a range of professionals. Nearly all were committed to enrolling these children but felt that staffing problems could preclude enrollment. Most staff felt they lacked sufficient knowledge/training to meet the children's special needs. (Author/KB)
Descriptors: Autism, Foreign Countries, Inclusive Schools, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Preschool Children, Preschool Education, Preschool Teachers, Special Needs Students, Student Needs, Teacher Attitudes, Teacher Knowledge
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Northern Ireland (Belfast)
Note: Special Issue on: "Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders."