PROBLEMS OF TUTORIAL SUPPORT IN ADAPTIVE SPORTS: EXPERT ASSESSMENTS OF METHODS FOR INTEGRATING CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS

The article addresses the issues of scientific and methodological support for tutors in integrating children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) into society through adaptive sports, based on an expert survey of specialists in this field. The study is based on a qualitative method of analysis, where expert interviews were conducted with professionals working with children with ASD in specialized sports and correctional centers. The collected data were processed using thematic analysis, which allowed for the identification of key themes and issues related to tutoring support for children with ASD. Attention is drawn to the lack of unified theoretical approaches to teaching these children, as well as the need for the development of more effective and adaptive methods tailored to the age and developmental level of each child. The study results emphasize the importance of a comprehensive approach to each child, the necessity of active cooperation with parents and tutors, and the role of sensory integration in preventing professional burnout among tutors. The practical significance of the study lies in the proposed recommendations for improving the training of specialists and the development of new methods focused on children with ASD, contributing to their successful socialization and development.

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