Teaching approach for students with autism spectrum disorder in public primary schools in Asunción, Paraguay
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Addressing diversity in the classroom is essential for ensuring the educational progress of all students. This study analyzes the teaching approaches applied by primary school teachers in the instruction of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). A non-experimental, mixed-methods design with descriptive and cross-sectional scope was employed. Using a concurrent triangulation design (DITRIAC), qualitative and quantitative data were collected from five teachers across three public schools in Asunción, Paraguay, through a questionnaire containing both open and closed questions. Quantitative analysis reveals that teachers frequently use visual materials and personalized adaptations. Qualitative findings identify insufficient resources and limited ASD-specific training as primary challenges. Triangulation indicates that visual strategies and activities aligned with students' individual interests are the most widely applied teaching approaches. It is concluded that visual strategies, individualized content adaptation, and the integration of personal interests contribute significantly to the educational success of students with ASD.
Source: Revista perspectivas/Perspectiva
Institution: Universidad Nacional de Asunción
Language: English
Subfield: Cognitive Neuroscience
Field: Neuroscience
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7212379564