Educators' experiences and reflections on the implementation of evidence-based practices for autistic students in public schools during the COVID-19 pandemic.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic forced many schools to close their doors and transition to remote learning, disrupting how autistic students received school-based services and support. While school structure changes were challenging for all students, autistic students were uniquely affected, considering their reliance on predictability and routine; moreover, education settings are where most autistic children receive services. Much has been studied regarding the use of evidence-based practices (EBPs) for autistic students in traditional school settings, yet little is known about how educators use EBPs in remote learning environments in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Method

In this study, we explore educators' experiences with EBP implementation at the height

SUBMITTER: Hernandez AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10375038 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature