Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching on Knowledge Regarding Autism among Teachers in Selected Primary Schools at Sarjapura, Bengaluru Rural Area

Satheesh Kumar B N, Narsing Rao

Abstract: Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) affect communication, social interaction, and behavior. This study evaluates the effectiveness of video-assisted teaching (VAT) on teachers' knowledge about autism in selected primary schools in Sarjapura, Bengaluru Rural. An evaluative research design with pre-test and post-test was used. Data were collected from 60 primary school teachers using a structured knowledge questionnaire. Post-VAT, knowledge significantly improved. Findings support VAT as an effective educational tool to enhance teacher awareness on autism.

Keywords: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Video-Assisted Teaching, Teacher Awareness, Primary School Teachers, Knowledge Enhancement