Abstract

MELO, Francisco Ricardo Lins Vieira de  and  MARTINS, Lúcia de Araújo Ramos. Acolhendo e atuando com alunos que apresentam paralisia cerebral na classe regular: a organização da escola. Rev. bras. educ. espec. [online]. 2007, vol.13, n.01, pp.111-130. ISSN 1413-6538.

This study aimed to point out aspects requiring analysis in two regular schools of the city of Natal/RN, as to organization requirements, from the point of view of context and pedagogy, so as to enable the inclusion of students with cerebral palsy. A descriptive study was carried out, using a case study format. Data was collected through observation and semi-structured interviews. The data was analyzed based on five categories: the pedagogical-political project; information and awareness programs; support of school administration; suitable pedagogical resources and assistive technology; adequacy of the physical environment. In relation to context and pedagogical organization for the two schools, the results showed the necessity of making the elaboration of a pedagogical project a priority, based on principles of inclusive education. Another issue was the need to invest in continued development and support for teachers in their practical daily settings. In order to review misconceptions of disability, programs needed to be developed to help the school community understand cerebral palsy and provide information on the pupils’ potentialities. Another aim should be establishing partnerships with other professionals and seeking organizations which could fund the provision of pedagogical resources and specific equipment to improve these students’ learning processes. Finally, the schools’ physical structures needed refurbishment so as to ensure accessibility and independence for students with cerebral palsy in regular education.

Keywords : School Organization; Inclusive Education; Cerebral Palsy; Special Education.

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