Tag: Autism
Teachers’ Perceptions regarding School-Based Professional Development for Supporting Learners with Autism in Kongwa District, Tanzania

Teachers’ Perceptions regarding School-Based Professional Development for Supporting Learners with Autism in Kongwa District, Tanzania

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Sibonike IBO Mwasongwe and Opanga DavidSt John’s University of TanzaniaEmail: sibonikemwasongwe@gmail.com Abstract: School-based professional development (SB-PD) is designed to align teacher learning with classroom realities, yet its effectiveness for inclusive education depends on curriculum relevance and delivery models. This study investigated the content, delivery methods, administrative support systems, and student experiences associated with SB-PD initiatives…

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Exploring the Content and Delivery Methods of School- Based Professional Development for Teachers Supporting Learners with Autism in Kongwa District, Tanzania

Exploring the Content and Delivery Methods of School- Based Professional Development for Teachers Supporting Learners with Autism in Kongwa District, Tanzania

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Sibonike IBO Mwasongwe and Alexander KavinaSt John’s University of TanzaniaEmail: sibonikemwasongwe@gmail.com Abstract: School-based professional development (SB-PD) is intended to bring teacher learning closer to classroom realities, yet its usefulness for inclusive education depends on the relevance of its content and the way learning activities are delivered. This study examined the content and delivery methods of…

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Status of Picture Icon Communication Strategy in Enhancing Expressive Language Skills among Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Inclusive Primary Schools

Status of Picture Icon Communication Strategy in Enhancing Expressive Language Skills among Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Inclusive Primary Schools

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Evernate Adhiambo OrongeDepartment of Educational Psychology and ScienceRongo UniversityEmail: evernateoronge@gmail.com Abstract: Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in mainstream primary schools find it difficult to develop skills in expressing language, which hinders their effective communication. There is little evidence regarding enhanced skills in expressive language using Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and its various components.…

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