Meeting the Needs of Pupils with Asperger Syndrome

Authors

  • Des McKernan

Keywords:

Asperger Syndrome, Brain Disorder, Autism, Inclusion, Life-Long Learning, Individualised Needs, Teaching Strategies, GLD, Learning Disabilities, Special Needs Provision, S.E.N., Aspergers

Abstract

About three in every hundred children may be affected by Asperger syndrome - a complex brain disorder related to autism. These children may appear to be 'odd but close to normal' in the ordinary classroom. Because they may function well academically, their particular needs may not be adequately addressed.

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Published

1996-11-11

How to Cite

McKernan, D. (1996). Meeting the Needs of Pupils with Asperger Syndrome. REACH: Journal of Inclusive Education in Ireland, 9(2), 103–109. Retrieved from https://reachjournal.ie/index.php/reach/article/view/379

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Vol. 9 No. 2 (1996)

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