Communication, Language and Sensory Issues of Autism and Students on Adapted Curriculum

Catalog description

This course is designed to provide an in-depth study of the current issues involved in working with children who have been identified as having an autism spectrum disorder or working on an adapted curriculum. We will review learning characteristics, current research and factors involved with causation, assessment and diagnosis, and positive behavioral supports to set the stage. We will explore social skill development; sensory processing, motor planning and sensory integration; and communication and language development. We will consider a range of instructional methodologies and techniques for providing instruction, support and generalization of skills in these areas.