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Perceptions of Cerebral Palsy in the Australian Community
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Gilmore, Linda; Wotherspoon, Jane – International Journal of Disability, Development and Education, 2023
Cerebral palsy is a leading cause of physical impairment worldwide. Community support and acceptance influence the opportunities people with cerebral palsy have to participate in all areas of life, but very little is known about the general community's understanding of cerebral palsy. This study investigated knowledge and perceptions of cerebral…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Cerebral Palsy, Community Attitudes, Adults
Developing a Case for Special Provisions during Examinations
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Griffin, Lara; Evans, David – Australasian Journal of Special and Inclusive Education, 2021
Education is a human right of every child and adolescent. The impact of a disability such as cerebral palsy should not pose barriers to this right because of structures within education environments (e.g., rigid examination conditions). Students within Australia with a disability are supported by legislation that ensures they can participate in…
Descriptors: Testing Accommodations, Students with Disabilities, Foreign Countries, Educational Legislation
Parents' Perspectives on Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood Education and Care: Facilitators and Barriers for Children with Cerebral Palsy
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Ana Mantilla; Katherine Bussey; Emily Chan; Bibi Gerner; Nicole Rinehart – Early Years: An International Journal of Research and Development, 2024
Children with cerebral palsy frequently experience challenges and barriers to inclusion in early childhood education and care. However, there is limited research exploring the experiences of children with cerebral palsy and their families. Understanding family perspectives on their experience is likely to provide insights for professionals to…
Descriptors: Parent Attitudes, Inclusion, Early Childhood Education, Child Care
Therapists' Perspectives: Supporting Children to Use Switches and Technology for Accessing Their Environment, Leisure, and Communication
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Beauchamp, Fiona; Bourke-Taylor, Helen; Brown, Ted – Journal of Occupational Therapy, Schools & Early Intervention, 2018
Background: Many children with cerebral palsy learn to use technology to access their environments and communicate; however, minimal research informs practice. Methods: A descriptive qualitative study with purposive sampling recruited 10 therapists (occupational, speech, and physiotherapists) from one early intervention service. Data were…
Descriptors: Occupational Therapy, Allied Health Personnel, Cerebral Palsy, Assistive Technology