Teaching Children With Autism in the General Classroom: Strategies for Effective Inclusion and Instruction in The General Education Classroom

by Simpson, Cynthia

• ISBN13: 9781593633646
• ISBN10: 1593633645
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-05-01
• Publisher: Prufrock Pr

Summary

Successful strategies for educating students with autism in the regular classroom. Recent special education legislation has led to a rise in inclusion classrooms, where students with special needs, including autism spectrum disorders, are taught alongside their nondisabled peers. Teaching Children with Autism in the General Classroom provides an introduction to inclusionary practices that serve children with autism, giving teachers the practical advice they need to ensure each student receives the quality education he or she deserves. Promoting field-tested strategies and techniques, this book offers teachers sound advice for creating a classroom environment conducive to learning success for children with autism spectrum disorders. The easy-to-use tips and tools included also aide teachers in organizing and managing their classrooms to maximize instruction for students of all ability levels. Detailed resource guides and concise overviews of special education legislation also are provided to give general education teachers a solid background of knowledge about autism and the needs of students with the disorder.

Author Biography

Vicky G. Spencer, Ph.D., currently is an assistant professor and the Assistant Director of Operations at the Kellar Institute for Human disAbilities at George Mason University in Fairfax, VA. She has served in the field of special education for more than 20 years, focusing on teacher education and students with disabilities. Cynthia G. Simpson, Ph.D., is an associate professor at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX. Cynthia has multiple publications and more than 16 years of experience in the field of education. She has won serveral awards and received numerous recognitions for her work with individuals with disabilities.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	p. ix
Introduction	p. 1
Understanding Recommendations for Identification and Programming	p. 5
Setting Up the Classroom	p. 29
Effective Academic Instruction for Students With High Functioning Autism or Asperger's Syndrome	p. 45
Socialization and Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders	p. 75
Behavioral Interventions for Children and Youth With Autism Spectrum Disorders	p. 109
Using Instructional Technology in the Classroom	p. 143
Supporting Parents of Children Diagnosed With Autism: An Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Approach	p. 161
Building Learner-Focused Collaborative Relationships	p. 191
Bringing It Together: Notes From the Editors	p. 219
About the Editors	p. 221
About the Contributors	p. 223
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