The experiences and perceptions of teachers working with primary school students with autism in Lagos State, Nigeria, were investigated in this dissertation. This study fills the literature gap by exploring the challenges, opportunities, attitudes, knowledge, and strategies teachers employ to support the unique learning needs of children with autism, serving as a much-needed response to the evolving global educational landscape for students with autism. The research employed a mixed methods design, where primary school teachers in Lagos were the research participants. Thirty-one participants answered the Google Form, and 5 participants presented for the semi-structured interviews on ZOOM. The quantitative and qualitative results of this research underscore the intricate nature of working with students with autism, reiterating the importance of continuous professional development and readily available resources to improve the quality of education and the overall well-being of children with autism in Nigeria.This dissertation sheds light on the challenges inherent in educating students with autism in Lagos, Nigeria. It underscores the necessity for ongoing professional development tailored to teachers' needs and improved access to support resources. The study strongly advocates that such initiatives would advance inclusive education practices and enrich the educational journey of children with autism within the Nigerian educational system. Furthermore, this research contributes valuable insights to the field of autism education, offering pertinent findings that policymakers, educators, and stakeholders committed to promoting inclusive education and enhancing the well-being of children with autism in Nigeria and Africa at large can leverage. Additionally, future research into effective curricula for students with autism, building upon the findings in this thesis, will play a pivotal role in further improving the educational system for students with autism.
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Daramola, Theresa Boladuro
Rights Holders: Daramola, Theresa Boladuro Supervisors: Alexander, Patrick
School of Education, Humanities and Languages
MA Education
2023
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