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Written by an established author, the second edition of Autism Spectrum Disorders: From Theory to Practice,helps educators implement the best evidence-based practices in their classroom, community and home. With a solid emphasis on research, the text offers a practical approach to teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, providing a step-by-step guide for assessment and progress monitoring, and outlining a variety of evidence-based practices organized by major theoretical perspective. Hall devotes a complete chapter to cultural and linguistic diversity and addresses ASD across the lifespan, including preschool, school-age and transitions. Updated with the latest research and strategies, this edition includes a new chapter on transitions, references to DSM-v, and captivating In Their Wordsaccounts of what it is like to live with ASD.

Chapter One

Classification and the Physiological Approach

Chapter Objectives

Classification Systems of Autism Spectrum Disorders

Prevalence 5

What Causes Autism Spectrum Disorders?

Physiological Interventions

Working in Collaboration with Specialists

Suggestions for Discussion

Resources

Chapter Two

Assessment

Chapter Objectives

Screening Instruments

Diagnostic Processes

Addition Measures Used To Assess Outcomes

Assessments for Educational Planning and Intervention

Curriculum-Based Assessment and Monitoring Progress

Ongoing Progress Monitoring

Program Evaluation

Suggestions for Discussion

Resources

Chapter Three

Collaborating for Effective Implementation of Evidence-Based Practices

Chapter Objectives

Legislation Guiding Practice

Identifying Evidence-Based Practices

Implementing Evidence-Based Practices Effectively

CEC Code of Ethics for Educators of Persons with Exceptionalities

Implementing A Systems Approach

The Who, When, Where, What and Why of Effective Systems

Working Effectively With Paraprofessionals

Working Collaboratively With Families

Recomendations To and By Parents Regarding Evidence-Based Practices

Maintaining and Sustaining Effective Practice

Evolution of Facilitated Communication: A Strategy Without Evidence of Support

Selecting Evidence-Based and "New" Strategies

Suggestions for Discussion

Resources

Chapter Four

Applied Behavior Analysis: Increasing Skills

Chapter Objectives

Theoretical Basis for Applied Behavior Analysis

History of Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism

Key Concepts

Strategies Based on Key Concepts

Key Concepts Put into Practice

Ethical Applications

Research Support for Practice

Suggestions for Discussion

Resources

Chapter Five

Applied Behavior Analysis: Replacing Behavior

Chapter Objectives

Evolution of Applied Behavior Analysis to Decrease Behavior

Selecting Socially Important Behaviors

Reinforcement

Punishment

Motivating Operations

Observation and Measurement

Strategies Based on Key Concepts

Functional Communication Training

Self-Management

Token Economies

Combinations of Strategies

Key Concepts Put Into Practice

Research Using Applied Behavior Analysis to Decrease and Replace Behaviors

Suggestions for Discussion

Resources

Chapter Six

Developmental and Social-Relational Approaches

Chapter Objectives

Theoretical Basis for the Developmental and Social-Relational Approaches

The DIR/Floor Time Approach

Responsive Teaching

The Hanen Program

Relationship Development Intervention (RDI)

Enhanced Milieu Teaching

The Denver Model and Early Start Denver Model

Project Impact

Pivotal Response Treatment

The SCERTS Model

Key Concepts of the Developmental and Social-Relational Approaches Put into Practice

Research on the Developmental and Social-Relational Approaches

Suggestions for Discussion

Resources

Chapter Seven

Cultural Approaches

Chapter Objectives

Theoretical Basis for the TEACCH Approach

Key Concepts

Strategies Based on Key Concepts

        Key Concepts Put into Practice

        Research on Structured Teaching and the TEACCH Approach

        Working in Collaboration with Diverse Families

        Teaching in a Manner That Is Culturally Responsive

        Encouraging Identity Development as an Educational Goal

        Research Support for Practices Focusing on Culture

        Suggestions for Discussion

        Resources

Chapter Eight

    Focus on Communication

        Chapter Objectives

        Theories of Language Development

        Understanding Typical Communication Development

        Communication Issues and Delays in Autism

        The Importance of Communication

        Enhancing Educator Skills as Communication Partners

        Focusing on Oral Language

        Using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Systems

        Addressing Deficits in Nonverbal Communication

        Functional Communication to Replace Challenging Behavior

        Strategies to Teach Complex Language

        Designing an Evidence-Based Classroom to Facilitate Communication

        Suggestions for Discussion

        Resources

Chapter Nine

    Building Social Skills and Social Relationships

        Chapter Objectives

        Theories of Social Development

        Understanding Typical Social-Emotional Development

        Social-Emotional Issues in Autism Spectrum Disorders

        The Importance of Relating to Others

        Enhancing Educator Skills as Social Partners

        Addressing Joint Attention and Social Referencing

        Teaching Social and Play Skills With Young Peers

        Additional Strategies Used to Increase Social Skills and Social Interaction

        Love and Marriage?

        Issues and Research Questions

        Suggestions for Discussion

        Resources

Chapter Ten

    Transition to Adulthood

        Chapter Objectives

        Legislation guiding Practice

        Best Practice in Developing the Individualized Trasition Plan (ITP)

        Research on Best Practices for Adults With ASD

        Implementing Evidence-Based Practices

        Preparing For Post School Outcomes

        Adult Services and Supports

        Advocating for Policy Change

        Call for Optimism and Action in the Creation of Communities of Practice

        Suggestions for Discussion

        Resources

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