Educational inclusion of students with autism spectrum disorders: challenges and opportunities in Intercultural Education

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https://doi.org/10.62697/rmiie.v4i1.121

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Educational inclusion, inclusive school environment, Autism spectrum disorders (ASD)

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The educational inclusion of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) is a crucial issue in modern education due to the increasing prevalence of these diagnoses and the importance of providing an inclusive and equitable school environment. This study seeks to explore teachers' perceptions and practices in relation to the inclusion of students with ASD, identifying the challenges and opportunities present in schools. Based on a survey carried out among teachers, it was observed that, although many consider inclusion important, there are still deficiencies in terms of specific training, adequate resources and institutional support. This shows the need to develop effective policies and strategies to improve the inclusion of students with ASD in the educational context.

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2025-01-01

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Morocho-Torres, P. I., Álvarez-Lozano, M. I., & Peñate-López, O. (2025). Educational inclusion of students with autism spectrum disorders: challenges and opportunities in Intercultural Education. Revista Mexicana De Investigación E Intervención Educativa, 4(1), 5–10. https://doi.org/10.62697/rmiie.v4i1.121

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Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): Mediación pedagógica y herramientas virtuales para el mejoramiento continuo de la calidad de la educación (Enero-abril)

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