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Parents’ View on Accessible School Design for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Year 2022, Volume: 6 Issue: 1, 129 - 137, 28.06.2022
https://doi.org/10.46460/ijiea.983686

Abstract

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental difference that is common today and it affects individuals’ behavior and communication. It does not only affect individuals with ASD, but also it affects their immediate surrounding such as their families and teachers. Education has great importance in order to cope with the effects of ASD that continues throughout their lives. For this reason, the suitability of educational places for individuals with ASD is significant, as it may affect their education positively or negatively.
The reason to choose ASD and educational environment as a research subject is because of the significant gap in the discipline of architecture about this topic. In this study, families who have children with ASD in the 5-11 age group and who are constant observer, are evaluated school designs according to various spatial criteria. Evaluation of the suitability of schools that provide basic education to individuals with ASD, may indicate new opinion for school designs in future. Furthermore, this research is a step for filling the important gap related to ASD and architecture. This research is done according to quantitative research methods. Surveys are gained by case study model of research and observation is done by field research model. According to survey answers, some deficiencies of place were noticed as classroom safety is not fully provided, spatial sequencing inadequate, no escape space and ignoring the sensory differences of individuals with ASD. By rectification of these deficiencies, more effective and suitable education for individual with ASD can be provided.

References

  • [1] ARSLAN, E. (2019). Otizm ve Spor.Kızar, O. Altınkök, M. Spor Bilimleri Alanında Araştırma Makaleleri, Ankara: Gece Akademi
  • [2] ATBAŞOĞLU, E., (2020). Otizm Spektrum Bozuklıuğunun Yetişkinlikteki Teşhisi, Nöro Psikiyatri Arşivi, 57 (1),1.
  • [3] Tohum Otizm Vakfı, Otizm Spektrum Bozukluğu El Kitabı, Ankara 2019, s.6-18
  • [4] T.C. Milli Eğitim Bakanlığı, “Otistik Çocuklar Eğitim Programı”, https://orgm.meb.gov.tr/alt_sayfalar/programlar/otistik_cocuklar_egitim_programi.pdf (10.12.2020)
  • [5] MOSTAFA, M., ‘‘Architecture for autism: Built environment performance in accordance to the autism ASPECTSS™ design index”, Design Principles and Practices, Vol. 8 (1), ABD 2015, s. 55-71.
  • [6] KANAKRI, S., M., ‘‘Spaces Matters: Classroom Acoustics and Repetitive Behaviors in Preschool Children with Autism”, American Journal of Pediatrics, Vol.3, ABD 2017, s. 89-94.
  • [7] Department for Children Schools and Families Building, “Designing School Spaces”, Designing for People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in Schools, Bulletein 102, Birleşik Krallık 2005, s.33-45.
  • [8] SCOTT, I., “Designing Learning Spaces For Children On Autism Spectrum”, Good Autism Practice, Vol.10 (1), 2009, s. 36-51.
  • [9] Richardson and Peat, “How Good Design Can Support Inclusion Of Autistic Children In Mainstream Schools”, http://www.richardsonandpeat.com/news-views/good-design-autism.html (10.12.2020).
  • [10] CHERRY, C., P., UNDERWOOD, L., ‘‘The Ideal Home for the Autistic Child: Physiological Rationale for Design Strategies”, Autism Sci Dig J Autismone, Issue 3, 2012, s.132-137.
  • [11] BLOCK, S., M., “Classroom Design and its Influence on Students’ Performance Within the Autism Spectrum Diagnosis”, (Yüksek Lisans Tezi, St. Cloud State University, 2018), s.40-46.
  • [12] Quirk, V., “An Interview with Magda Mostafa: Pioneer in Autism Design”, https://www.archdaily.com/435982/an-interview-with-magda-mostafa-pioneer-in-autism-design?ad_medium=gallery (21.06.21).
  • [13] Felton, L., “How to create a calming sensory bedroom”, https://www.todaysparent.com/family/special-needs/how-to-create-a-calming-sensory-bedroom/ (24.06.21).

Otizm Spektrum Bozukluğu (OSB) Olan Bireyler için Erişilebilir Okul Tasarımında Aile Görüşü

Year 2022, Volume: 6 Issue: 1, 129 - 137, 28.06.2022
https://doi.org/10.46460/ijiea.983686

Abstract

Otizm Spektrum Bozukluğu (OSB) günümüzde sıklıkla görülen, davranışları, iletişimi etkileyen gelişimsel bir farklılıktır. OSB den sadece birey değil aynı zamanda aileler, öğretmenler gibi OSB li bireylerin yakın çevresi de etkilenmektedir. Yaşam boyu devam eden OSB nin etkileriyle baş etmek için eğitim büyük önem taşımaktadır. Bu nedenle, OSB li bireylerin eğitim mekanlarının kendilerine uygunluğu eğitimlerini olumlu ya da olumsuz olarak etkileyebildiğinden dolayı büyük önem taşımaktadır.
OSB ve eğitim mekanlarının araştırma konusu olarak seçilmesinin nedeni bu konu ile ilgili mimarlık disiplininde önemli bir boşluğun bulunmasıdır. Bu araştırmada, 5-11 yaş grubundaki OSB li bireylerin aileleri, OSB li bireyleri sürekli gözlemleyebildiği için okul tasarımlarını çeşitli mekan ölçütlerine göre değerlendirmiştir. Temel seviye eğitimin alındığı okulların OSB li bireylere uygunluğunun değerlendirmesi, ileriki okul tasarımları için yeni bir görüş belirtir.
Ayrıca, OSB ve mimarlık ile ilgili önemli boşluğun doldurulabilmesi için bu araştıma bir adımdır. Araştırma, nicel araştırma yöntemine göre yapılmıştır. Anketler örnek olay tarama modeliyle elde edilirken, gözlem ise alan araştırması modeliyle temellendirilmiştir. Anket yanıtlarına göre sınıf güvenliğinin tam olarak sağlanamaması, mekan diziliminin yetersizliği, bireylerin rahatlamasını sağlayacak kaçış alanlarının bulunmaması, duyusal farklılıkları olan OSB li bireylerin göz ardı edilmesi gibi mekan eksiklikleri fark edilmiştir. Bu eksiklerin ileriki okul tasarımlarında giderilmesiyle, daha etkin bir eğitim sağlanılarak OSB li bireylere uygun okullar tasarlanmış olur.

References

  • [1] ARSLAN, E. (2019). Otizm ve Spor.Kızar, O. Altınkök, M. Spor Bilimleri Alanında Araştırma Makaleleri, Ankara: Gece Akademi
  • [2] ATBAŞOĞLU, E., (2020). Otizm Spektrum Bozuklıuğunun Yetişkinlikteki Teşhisi, Nöro Psikiyatri Arşivi, 57 (1),1.
  • [3] Tohum Otizm Vakfı, Otizm Spektrum Bozukluğu El Kitabı, Ankara 2019, s.6-18
  • [4] T.C. Milli Eğitim Bakanlığı, “Otistik Çocuklar Eğitim Programı”, https://orgm.meb.gov.tr/alt_sayfalar/programlar/otistik_cocuklar_egitim_programi.pdf (10.12.2020)
  • [5] MOSTAFA, M., ‘‘Architecture for autism: Built environment performance in accordance to the autism ASPECTSS™ design index”, Design Principles and Practices, Vol. 8 (1), ABD 2015, s. 55-71.
  • [6] KANAKRI, S., M., ‘‘Spaces Matters: Classroom Acoustics and Repetitive Behaviors in Preschool Children with Autism”, American Journal of Pediatrics, Vol.3, ABD 2017, s. 89-94.
  • [7] Department for Children Schools and Families Building, “Designing School Spaces”, Designing for People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in Schools, Bulletein 102, Birleşik Krallık 2005, s.33-45.
  • [8] SCOTT, I., “Designing Learning Spaces For Children On Autism Spectrum”, Good Autism Practice, Vol.10 (1), 2009, s. 36-51.
  • [9] Richardson and Peat, “How Good Design Can Support Inclusion Of Autistic Children In Mainstream Schools”, http://www.richardsonandpeat.com/news-views/good-design-autism.html (10.12.2020).
  • [10] CHERRY, C., P., UNDERWOOD, L., ‘‘The Ideal Home for the Autistic Child: Physiological Rationale for Design Strategies”, Autism Sci Dig J Autismone, Issue 3, 2012, s.132-137.
  • [11] BLOCK, S., M., “Classroom Design and its Influence on Students’ Performance Within the Autism Spectrum Diagnosis”, (Yüksek Lisans Tezi, St. Cloud State University, 2018), s.40-46.
  • [12] Quirk, V., “An Interview with Magda Mostafa: Pioneer in Autism Design”, https://www.archdaily.com/435982/an-interview-with-magda-mostafa-pioneer-in-autism-design?ad_medium=gallery (21.06.21).
  • [13] Felton, L., “How to create a calming sensory bedroom”, https://www.todaysparent.com/family/special-needs/how-to-create-a-calming-sensory-bedroom/ (24.06.21).
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Primary Language English
Subjects Engineering
Journal Section Articles
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Merve Kavaz 0000-0003-0438-6927

Early Pub Date June 25, 2022
Publication Date June 28, 2022
Submission Date August 16, 2021
Published in Issue Year 2022 Volume: 6 Issue: 1

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APA Kavaz, M. (2022). Parents’ View on Accessible School Design for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). International Journal of Innovative Engineering Applications, 6(1), 129-137. https://doi.org/10.46460/ijiea.983686
AMA Kavaz M. Parents’ View on Accessible School Design for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). IJIEA. June 2022;6(1):129-137. doi:10.46460/ijiea.983686
Chicago Kavaz, Merve. “Parents’ View on Accessible School Design for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)”. International Journal of Innovative Engineering Applications 6, no. 1 (June 2022): 129-37. https://doi.org/10.46460/ijiea.983686.
EndNote Kavaz M (June 1, 2022) Parents’ View on Accessible School Design for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). International Journal of Innovative Engineering Applications 6 1 129–137.
IEEE M. Kavaz, “Parents’ View on Accessible School Design for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)”, IJIEA, vol. 6, no. 1, pp. 129–137, 2022, doi: 10.46460/ijiea.983686.
ISNAD Kavaz, Merve. “Parents’ View on Accessible School Design for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)”. International Journal of Innovative Engineering Applications 6/1 (June 2022), 129-137. https://doi.org/10.46460/ijiea.983686.
JAMA Kavaz M. Parents’ View on Accessible School Design for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). IJIEA. 2022;6:129–137.
MLA Kavaz, Merve. “Parents’ View on Accessible School Design for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)”. International Journal of Innovative Engineering Applications, vol. 6, no. 1, 2022, pp. 129-37, doi:10.46460/ijiea.983686.
Vancouver Kavaz M. Parents’ View on Accessible School Design for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). IJIEA. 2022;6(1):129-37.