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Summer camps for children with autism spectrum disorders as a way of spending free time.
KŘEMENOVÁ, Lenka
This bachelor thesis is focused on the theme of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and spending leisure, specifically the summer camp as the possibility of spending free time for a person diagnosed with ASD. The theoretical part is focused on characteristics of autism spectrum disorder, historical development and basic classification of ASD according to International Classification of Diseases ICD-10. Following are characteristics of leisure, historical development of leisure and function and possibilities of spending free time. In the last theoretical chapter are described summer camps. The practical part is focused on two research objectives. The first research objective is identificacion of the approach of organizations preparing summer camps for children with autism spectrum disorder. Research goal is detected by survey which filled out 103 organizations that prepare summer camps for children with ASD. The second research objective of the practical part is presentation of chosen summer camp from the perspective of several actors. From the point of view of the organization management, the workers who prepare the summer camps for children with ASD and parents of children with ASD. This research goal was fulfilled per semi-structured interviews with the actors of the summer camp, specifically with the leaders of the organization, two workers of the organization and a mother of a child with an ASD.
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Coping with Stress of Parents with Autism Spectrum Disorder Children
BAUEROVÁ, Denisa
The topic of my work is how to manage the long-term challenges for parents with a child suffering from an autistic spectrum disorder. The main aim of my Bachelor's work is to show and chart the possibilities offered to parents in the České Budějovice area as they try to deal with the related stresses and burdens. My aim is also to document the social service institutions and activities available to these parents. Qualitative research was used to fulfill these aims. The chosen research sample for this strategy were the parents with children who have an autistic spectrum disorder, living in the České Budějovice area, or using social services there. Communicative partners were chosen and the snowball sampling technique was used. Data was acquired using direct questioning and structured conversation. The data was then evaluated by open coding and interpretative phenomenal analysis. It is clear from the results that the parents use a support structure whereby they share the burden among family members and friends, and use the help of specialists in psychiatry. They also receive social security payments to consolidate and enhance the economic security of the family. It was also found that half of the parents cooperate with different organizations offering help to children with these needs. Another aspect that was clear from the results was that the families were fully informed about the different institutions and organizations that were available to help people with autistic spectrum disorder, including their families. This has been documented in the theoretical part of this work. The research showed that parents noticed the high occupancy in these institutions for people with PAS problems. Half of them would be really happy to see an increased capacity in these institutions, and to also create other organisations aimed at helping people. This work and its results can be used as an information source for people and institutions who care for, and are interested in, people with autistic spectrum disorders and their families. It could also be used as a general education resource for this area.
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Employing Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
MATĚJÍČKOVÁ, Kristýna
The Bachelor's thesis deals with the employment of individuals with autism spectrum disorder. The aim of the paper is to find out the opinions or experience of employers regarding the employment of individuals with autism spectrum disorder. It also strives to map the experience of social workers focusing on social work with individuals with autism spectrum disorder in the field of employment. The results of both research groups shall be compared and the reasons for the low number of jobs for individuals with autism spectrum disorder shall be found. A qualitative approach was chosen for the research. The data was obtained by the method of questioning using semi-structured interviews with social workers and employers. The evaluation was performed using the method of clustering. It has been found that the offer of jobs for individuals with autism spectrum disorder is very low and finding suitable employment is a huge problem for these individuals. An important role for individuals with ASD is played by social workers, who help these individuals prepare for employment, communicate with employers, offer accompaniment to job interviews and even to work. The problem often is the approach of employers, who usually do not want to employ individuals with ASD precisely because of their diagnosis. A big role in this problem is played by employers' perceptions of individuals with ASD, which, according to social workers, is often distorted by the media, and employers do not really know what to expect from such a person. This Bachelor's thesis can serve as a source of information on the topic of employment of individuals with autism spectrum disorder. It could also motivate readers to raise awareness of autism spectrum disorder, so that job seekers with ASD have better opportunities to enter the labour market as is the case in other countries.
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Autism spectrum disorder and social work
KAŠPAROVÁ, Eliška
This bachelor thesis deals with autism. Firstly, it characterizes this disorder, introduces the diagnosing and deals with the methods and therapies that can be used in the treatment of people with autism. Secondly, it focuses on the family situation and options of social work. Finally, it presents organizations which work with people with autism spectrum disorder in Tábor, the town in South Bohemia.
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Dilemmas of organizations providing services to people with autism
ŠPAČKOVÁ, Barbora
The diploma thesis focuses on ethical dilemmas of organizations which helps people with autism spectrum disorders. The preface part describes methodical steps which were taken to elaborate this thesis. The thesis is divided into six parts. The first part focuses on target group and its specific varieties. The second part deals with the specifics of the social work with autistic people. The next part is dedicated to ethics in the field of social work, mostly to ethical code, problems and dilemmas of social workers. In the fourth part the three ethical theories are described: Deontology, Utilitarianism and Antiopressive Theories.The fifth part follows, where the specific dilemmas of organizations helping to people with autism are introduced. The last part focuses on application of above-mentioned theories to specific dilemma. The research probe was done in particular organization which deals with people with autism. Obtained information were processed in discussion.
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Quality of life in families of children with autism
NOVÁKOVÁ, Vendula
The thesis relates to the quality of life in families that take care of children with autism. The main goal of the thesis was to find out and describe the way of life by families that take care of children with autism and to emphasize the quality of lives by particular families. The constitutive goal was focused on a subjective opinion of parents about the possible support caring for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by the state and non-profit sector with an accent on health and social issue. The theoretical part of the thesis deals with the question of the definition of autism, its etiology, diagnostics and prevalence. It also concerns family community, quality of life and social services. The practical part of the thesis involves a research that uses a qualitative research strategy, asking questions method and narrative and half-structured conversation techniques. The research sample involves families that take care of children with autism under the age of 15. The family quality of life was assessed by using the SEIQoL questionnaire where the families determine their primary aims of life. The support instrument of the research was the Lifeline Method that belongs to the graphic projective techniques. The research part describes the life by families that take care of children with autism. There are mapped some social services and support that the child caring families use. The research part also mentions subjective quality of life evaluations of communication partners, their view of autism and facing up to the disease. The research finds out that all the families are convinced that they have a good quality of life despite all the troubles they meet by taking care of their children. Quality of life has a different meaning for every person, but if we should summarize, the parents would characterize it by the following definition: "Quality of life is the general life full of love, understanding, friendship and opportunities." They would not change their lives and they also accept autism as a gift that helps them to recognize the real sense of life. The thesis allows the public to take a look into the world of families that take care of children with autism. It can be also helpful for the particular families or children diagnosed with autism who have problem to accept the situation. At the same time the thesis can be also used as an information material about autism, health and social care possibilities provided by the state and non-profit organizations.
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Young adult with autism spectrum disorder and their employment possibilities
KOLÁŘOVÁ, Denisa
The bachelor's thesis deals with the employment of people with autism spectrum disorder. The aim of the bachelor's thesis is to approach the issue of employment in the labour market for people with ASD and at the same time describe the specifics of employing people with ASD and further connect the results with potential employers and acquaint the general public with the positives of employing people with ASD. Qualitative research was used to fulfil the above goal. With this chosen strategy, the research sample was selected through institutions that deal with the issue of ASD. The first research sample represent parents and children with autism spectrum disorder, and the next research sample are social inclusion workers. Data were obtained by the method of questioning, the technique of semi-controlled interview. Then, the data were evaluated by using open coding method followed by data categorization. The results show that people with ASD do not have much experience in employment and they mentioned employers as one of the prime reasons who are not inclined to offer positions to people with autism spectrum disorder. Despite offering them a number of benefits, both economic and individual. This bachelor's thesis and its findings can be useful as a warning to the general public and professionals interested in the issue of ASD. Another benefit can be considered an increase in awareness and the notion of employers about the employability of people with ASD - that's means factors and specifics associated with the employment of these individuals. Lastly, I would also mention the benefits for organizations in using new knowledge from practice.
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Didactic tools for children with autism and their usage in practise in the primary school.
MAJEROVÁ, Markéta
The aim of the diploma thesis is to approach the readiness of primary teachers for education of pupils with autism spectrum disorders, their experiences with these pupils and with special learning tools, made for these children. The aim is also creating set of those special learning tools, that primary teachers have great experience with, while using them at practice.The theoretical part contains chapters dealing with the definition of autism, occurence of it, causes, education of pupils with autism, didactic tools, structured teaching and TEACCH programme created for pupils with autism spectrum disorders. Additionally, the summary of education counselling centres and other counselling centers is introduced, to which it is possible to appeal in case of need. In the practical part of the thesis there is an academic problem dealt with: What is the awareness of primary teachers and other pedagogical workers of problematics of autism spectrum disorders and awereness of how to work with pupils with autism spectrum disorders? The results of mixed academic research are specified in this part, when for the quantitative part of the research the method of questionnare survey is used. The research group consists of primary teachers and other pedagogical employees. For the qualitative part of the research the method of interview is used. The interview is done with the head of the Special pedagogical centre for children, pupils and students with autism spectrum disorders, then with the assistent of a teacher that deals with pupil with autism spectrum disorder and also with after school care worker who also takes care of a child with autism spectrum disorder. The practical part of the thesis also contains set of special learning tools used in primary teaching.
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Non-standard children in preschool and school education
KAPRÁLOVÁ, Jana
The B.A. Thesis focuses on integration and education of children with autism spectrum disorder and gifted children to ordinary school system. Theoretic part of this thesis is about inclusion in the Czech Republic and compares it to inclusive education in Finland and Estonia. Futhermore defines concepts of children with autism spectrum disorder and gifted children. There is the comparison of advantages and disadvantages of pupil´s integration to ordinary pre-school institution, describes pupil´s preparation before the beginning of attendance, goes after reasons of prevention of aggresive behaviour. This thesis monitors the education progress of gifted children at ordinary school. Practical part consists of direct observation of autism boy for one year and exceptionally gifted boy during six years. At the boy with autism spectrum disorder is noticable positive progress at the relationships to the group, the communication in difficult situations as well. His sensitivity to the rules and system are really strong. If they are broken, he reacts in negative way. At the exceptionally gifted boy the results of his school work depends on his motivation and teacher´s attitude and character.
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The specifics of spending leisure time in children with Asperger syndrome
MAREŠOVÁ, Kristýna
Marešová K. The specifics of spending leisure time in children with Asperger syndrome. České Budějovice 2020. Bachelor thesis. University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice. Theological faculty. Department of Education. Thesis supervisor P. Samcová. This work deals with the specifics of leisure time of children with Asperger syndrome. The theoretical part describes autism, the triad of problem areas and autism spectrum disorders, which include Asperger syndrome based on symptoms. Asperger syndrome itself is described, a diagnosis that is important for determining this diagnosis and certain problems that are typical of Asperger syndrome. The theoretical part also defines the concept of leisure time, play, school club, inclusive education and assistant teacher. The practical part contains findings from individual interviews with respondents who have a child with Asperger syndrome in younger school age, identified groups and subsequent summary of the whole research.
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