Journal of Contemporary Research in Education
Article Title
Using Adolescent Literature to Enhance Student Perceptions of Autism: One Exploratory Study
Abstract
This mixed methods study explored how the inclusion of literature on Autism Spectrum (AS) in a teacher education diversity class impacted students’ knowledge and perceptions of AS. Data from the intervention group found a positive shift in student perceptions of AS through the reading process. Includes a discussion of suggestions implicit in the findings and of potential future research.
Relational Format
journal article
Recommended Citation
Williams, Baxter
(2013)
"Using Adolescent Literature to Enhance Student Perceptions of Autism: One Exploratory Study,"
Journal of Contemporary Research in Education: Vol. 2:
Iss.
1, Article 4.
Available at:
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/jcre/vol2/iss1/4