Supporting Children with Autism in Mainstream Schools

Diana Seach has taught children with autism for 15 years. She now works as a senior lecturer in early-years education.Michele Lloyd is a post-doctoral research assistant. She has been involved in several major research projects and writes on a range of educational topics.Miranda Preston is a senior lecturer in special educational needs. She is also the head of a Special Educational Needs Research and Development Centre.

• Introduction; 1. Teaching and Learning Implications; 2. Strategies for Supporting Pupils in the Classroom - A Child-centred Approach - A Whole-school Approach; 3. Case Studies; Conclusion; References