NDLI: The Use of Multi-Sensory Environments in Schools Servicing Children with Severe Disabilities

Content Provider	Springer Nature Link
Author	Carter, Mark Stephenson, Jennifer
Copyright Year	2011
Abstract	Multi-sensory environments (MSEs) are reportedly being increasingly used in schools but there is little research on funding, rationale, ways they are used and perceived benefits. A survey was conducted of special schools enrolling children with severe disabilities in New South Wales, Australia. More than half the 36 responding schools reported having a MSE installed. Schools typically relied on advice from other teachers, therapists and equipment suppliers in their decisions to install MSEs, with very little examination of research. A wide range of uses and benefits were reported, with limited emphasis on active teaching of skills. There was a widespread acceptance of the inherent value of sensory stimulation. Policy implications for school systems considering or using MSEs are discussed.
Starting Page	95
Ending Page	109
Page Count	15
File Format	PDF
ISSN	1056263X
Journal	Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities
Volume Number	24
Issue Number	1
e-ISSN	15733580
Language	English
Publisher	Springer US
Publisher Date	2011-10-25
Publisher Place	Boston
Access Restriction	One Nation One Subscription (ONOS)
Subject Keyword	Multi-sensory environments Snoezelen Evidence-based practice School Child and School Psychology Public Health/Gesundheitswesen Pediatrics
Content Type	Text
Resource Type	Article
Subject	Developmental and Educational Psychology Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

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The Use of Multi-Sensory Environments in Schools Servicing Children with Severe Disabilities