Keyword: «communication skills»

The article examines the development of communication in children with ASD in an inclusive environment. Of particular importance is the renewal of the education and training system in an inclusive environment. The main objective of inclusive education is to prepare a child with ASD for trouble-free inclusion in all types of social life, to adapt to society, and to develop communication skills. To date, many recommendations and guidelines have been created for interacting with children with autistic disorders in an inclusive educational organization. These recommendations and guides help children adapt to school life and develop communication skills. Heads and staff of educational institutions are trained to successfully create an inclusive environment. This is done so that children with ASD have the opportunity to develop, interact with other members of society, and most importantly, to socialize.

The article is devoted to the problem of forming communication skills of students with intellectual disabilities, their specifics in interaction with other people. It emphasizes the importance of developing these skills for social adaptation and integration of such children into society. Means of communication skills were identified: the ability to interact, the ability to listen carefully and analyze information, the ability to clearly express their thoughts and justify their position. It also considers the use of didactic games in the classroom in auxiliary institutions in order to develop communication skills, activate speech and cognitive activity of students.

The article discusses the problem of social adaptation of primary school children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) caused by impairments in communication and social interaction. The purpose of the study was to study the psychological and pedagogical aspects of the formation of communication skills in this category of children and to identify effective methods and techniques that contribute to the development of communication skills and social adaptation. The study was conducted on the basis of a comprehensive school with the participation of 20 primary school students with ASD aged 7-10 years. To assess the level of communication skills development, the methods «Diagnostics of the development of communication with peers» (Orlova, Kholmogorova) and «Study of communication skills» (Uruntayeva, Afonkina) were used. Effective methods and techniques include social stories, role-playing games, visual support, and positive reinforcement. It is concluded that targeted and systematic work is needed to develop communication skills among younger students with ASD for their successful social adaptation and integration into society.

The article is devoted to the process of socialization of children and adolescents with disabilities, for whom integration into society and preparation for autonomous life are of particular importance. The main attention is paid to the project «I Myself», implemented by the ANO «SotsUm», which creates an inclusive space for the formation of independence and safe behavior skills in adolescents with mental disabilities through practical classes and interaction with volunteers. The project combines the efforts of teachers and volunteers, creating conditions for mastering basic life skills, such as shopping, using transport and participating in cultural events. Socialization of adolescents with mental disabilities is presented as a complex process that requires joint work of parents, teachers and volunteers. Such activities contribute to improving the quality of life of adolescents with and their successful integration into society.

This study is devoted to the study of the influence of alternative communication tools on social development and the level of speech development in students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The research is aimed at determining the effectiveness of using alternative communication as a communication support tool that promotes the expansion of social interactions and stimulates the development of verbal speech. The article presents the results of an empirical study conducted with the participation of students with ASD using various forms of alternative communication. Data analysis shows the positive impact of alternative communication on social adaptation and communication skills, as well as identifies factors influencing the effectiveness of their use. The results obtained emphasize the importance of integrating alternative communication into the educational process of students with ASD to ensure their full-fledged social and speech development.