O contributo dos educadores de infância na inclusão de crianças com transtorno de hiperatividade e déficit de atenção no Centro Infantil e Colégio Paraíso no período de 2022 a 2023

Abstract

This research aimed to understand the contribution of Early Childhood Educators in the inclusion of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder at the Paraíso Children's Center and School from 2022 to 2023. Regarding the methodological procedures, the research was basic and exploratory in nature, with a qualitative approach, based on a case study. To obtain the data, an interview guide was used with the educators. The target population included all educators at the Paraíso Children's Center and School, from which 7 participants were selected. As a result of the research, it was concluded that the main inclusion practices are: (i) adapting the environment to minimize distractions, (ii) dividing activities into smaller parts, and (iii) understanding the individual differences of children. Furthermore, the results revealed that sometimes educators adopt alternative activities, such as: positive reinforcement, collaborative approach, use of assistive technologies, parental involvement, adaptation of activities to individual pace, continuous feedback and creation of clear routines. The strategies most mentioned by educators include the implementation of group activities and rule-based games, individualized attention and incentives, division of activities into short periods with frequent breaks, use of games that involve physical movements and self-regulation techniques, such as timers and checklists. Longitudinal studies are recommended to investigate the effectiveness of the specific pedagogical practices identified in this research, such as the division of activities into smaller parts and the use of assistive technologies, to verify their long-term impact on the inclusion of children with ADHD. In addition, it is important to continue adapting the school environment to minimize distractions and divide activities into smaller parts, ensuring that these strategies are applied consistently(TRADUÇÃO NOSSA)