O método TEACCH para o desenvolvimento de alunos com Transtorno do Espectro Autista

Abstract

This article, entitled "The TEACCH Method for the Development of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder” aims to conduct a bibliographic review on Autism Spectrum Disorder and the challenges of school inclusion. Initially, it discusses the characteristics of ASD based on the pioneering studies of Austrian psychiatrist Leo Kanner, highlighting the growing presence of autistic children in regular schools and the importance of political and pedagogical advancements to ensure their inclusion. The work also emphasizes the need for teacher training and qualification to effectively address this context. The article discusses the TEACCH intervention method (Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children), developed in the 1960s by Eric Schopler and his team in the United States. Funded by the U.S. government and widely adopted, the program was introduced to Brazil through the efforts of Viviane de Leon. The TEACCH® program is based on principles such as organization, routine, structured tasks, the use of visual materials, cause-and-effect teaching, alternative communication, and behavior management, aiming to promote the development of skills in the areas of communication and autonomy. It is expected that this article will contribute to a greater understanding of the relevance of the TEACCH® method in the school inclusion process of students with ASD, highlighting its potential as a pedagogical tool and offering ideas for teaching practice and the training of educators working in regular education.