School success and participation for students with cerebral palsy: a qualitative study exploring multiple perspectives
School success and participation for students with cerebral palsy: a qualitative study exploring multiple perspectives
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DOI:
10.1080/09638288.2017.1327988
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发表时间:
2018-01-01
影响因子:
2.2
通讯作者:
Johnson, Lindy
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作者:
Bourke-Taylor, Helen M.;Cotter, Claire;Johnson, Lindy
Purpose: This qualitative study investigated perceived successful school experiences for students with cerebral palsy in Australia. Participation and appropriate support in school are complex concepts, although few studies have investigated all stakeholders' perspectives.Methods: Phenomenology informed the study that centered on the concept of a successful school experience. In-depth interviews occurred with students (n = 7), parents (n = 11), teachers (n = 10), school principals (n = 9) and allied health practitioners (n = 10) to gain the perspective from multiple vantage points. Specific research questions, interview guides and demographic questionnaires were configured for each group. Interviews were analyzed thematically within and between groups.Results: Three key themes emerged: Collaborative partnerships between families, schools and outside organizations; School culture and attitude is key; and, allied health practitioners are part of home and school teams.Conclusions: Student and school success was impacted substantially by the capacity of adults in the student's life to collaborate - family, school professionals and allied health practitioners. An inclusive school culture was crucial to students with cerebral palsy. All parties needed to prioritize promotion of an open and positive school culture built around problem-solving inclusive practices. Involved people, such as allied health practitioners, bring knowledge and skills that are not otherwise readily available in school environments.