UNDERSTANDING AUTISMTeaching those with Autism

What is autism

Autistic disorder appears in early childhood

Prevents children and adolescents from interacting

There is an estimated 1 in every 150 children have autism.

Signs of Autism

Difficulty communicating with others Repetitious behavior Limited range of interests and activities Easily upset over slight change in

environment

Exceptional talent

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nIcPTm0dmo

With autism an individual sometimes has a field which they are very talented at.

Teaching strategies

Visuals Focus on strong points Keep away distractions Use fixations to incorporate other

subjects http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbVG

8lYEsNs&feature=related

Technology in the classroom

Computers Ipods Virtual avatars

Classroom Environment

Calm Colors Using space to put a rug Remove fluorescent lights Pictures and Words

Works Cited

Batchelder, Lisa. “Autism in the Classroom.” Brainconnection.com

Cheng, Yufang.“Exploring the social competence of students with autism spectrum conditions in a collaborative virtual learning environment.” Ebscohost.com

Cihak, David. “The Use of Video Modeling via a Video iPod and a System of Least Prompts to Improve Transitional Behaviors for Student with Autism Spectrum Disorders in the General Education Classroom.” Proquest.umi.com

Hembree, Dahloan. “Creating a Calming Classroom for Autistic Children” Associatedcontent.com

Leaf, Justin. “The Effectiveness of a Group Teaching Interaction Procedure of Teaching Social Skills to Young Children with a Pervasive Developmental Disorder.” Ebscohost.com

Perlstein, David. “Autism Symptoms.” Emedicinehealth.com