Special Education as a Means of Socialization: A Study of Special Children in Bangladesh

Quazi Farzana Yesmin, Sk Obaidullah, Shamsia Wahida Rahman

Oct-Nov-Dec

Abstract
Education is a universal means of socializing human beings and preparing them to participate in groups by illustrating their expectations. Research shows that children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) would be acquainted with the norms of a given social group or society through special education. As socialization is a lifetime psychological development process, special education could effectively socialize special children. This study aimed to look into the roles of special education in socializing special children in Bangladesh. This qualitative study observed eight special children, four from elementary school and four from secondary school. At the same time, six teachers and each student's parents were interviewed. Content analysis and cross-case analysis were used to examine the data. After receiving special education, the study found that children with Autism Spectrum Disorders ( ASDs ) could socialize more quickly. Furthermore, teachers and parents worked together to increase their social interaction. This study discovered that raising public awareness and paying close attention to special children can increase their chances of being socialized through special education, allowing them to become members of society's mainstream.

Keyword: Socialization, special children, special education, Autism Spectrum Disorders ( ASDs), social interaction

Research Area: ELT

Country: Bangladesh

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