A inclusão de uma criança autista no ensino regular de uma escola da rede particular de João Pessoa: um estudo de caso

Abstract

This work aims to analyze the process of inclusion of a child with autism into regular school. Autism is a syndrome defined by changes in the development of a child and characterized by difficulties in communication, socialization and language skills. Including an autistic child in a school is understanding the differences, thus respecting them and creating a hospitable environment with opportunities for him to interact and learn. We made a bibliographic research followed by a fieldwork, the same made at private schools in João Pessoa, in which we administered a qualitative questionnaire with twelve questions about inclusion and autism. The results have shown the existent paradigms related to inclusion and the difficulties faced by the teacher throughout the schooling process of an autistic child. Reflecting upon this topic has evidenced that even though the professionals of the area try to capacitate themselves, the practical side requires more than knowing about the subject. In order to help the child‘s social, affective and intellectual development, an integrated work between child, family and school based on information, awareness and dedication appears to be necessary.