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The SAGE Handbook of Autism and Education
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eBook - ePub
The SAGE Handbook of Autism and Education
About this book
Education is an important aspect of the environmental influences on autism and effective education can have a significant effect on outcome for those on the autism spectrum. This handbook is a definitive resource for reflective practitioners and researchers who wish to know and understand current views of the nature of autism and best practice in educational support. It explores the key concepts, debates and research areas in the field.
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Index
Page numbers in bold indicate tables and in italic indicate figures.
- AAC see Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems
- ABA see applied behaviour analysis (ABA)
- Abecedarian Project, US, 120
- abnormally restrictive intake of food (ARFID), 496, 507–508
- Abrams, D., 144
- Academic Autistic Spectrum Partnership in Research and Education (AASPIRE), 600
- academic curriculum, 13–14, 302–310
- arts, 308–309
- assessment, 310, 579
- environmental education, 309
- foreign languages, 309
- goal setting, 542
- health education, 309
- information and communication technologies (ICT), 488
- legislation, 303–304, 310
- mathematics, 306–307
- means of providing access to, 304–305
- physical education, 309
- science, 307–308
- social studies, 308
- see also literacy
- academic outcomes, 368–369
- accommodations, 237, 304, 373, 424
- see also learning environment design
- ACER see Autism Centre for Education and Research (ACER), UK
- Action for Autism, 36, 353
- active–odd social play style, 140
- Adapted Responsive Teaching (ART), 190
- adaptive behaviour scales, 252–253
- adaptive skills instruction, 231, 276–285
- behavioural approaches, 278–279
- choice making, 282
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), 279, 283
- cognitive flexibility, 282
- community integration and navigation skills, 283
- coping skills, 283
- executive functioning and, 281–283
- general considerations, 277–278
- perseverance, 283
- problem solving, 282, 430
- sexuality education, 284, 285, 326
- social and communicative skills, 279–281
- structured teaching, 279
- vocational skills, 2...
Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- List of Figures
- List of Tables
- Notes on the Editors and Contributors
- Foreword
- Introduction
- Part ILearning Needs and Educational Responses
- 1Difference Versus Disability: Implications of Characterisation of Autism for Education and Support
- 2Particular Learning Needs of Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
- 3The History of Autism Education
- 4Educational Structures: An International Perspective
- 5Systems and Politics of Provision
- 6Professional Development for Those Working in Education with Students on the Autism Spectrum
- 7aAnalysis of What Makes a Successful Professional in Autism
- 7bWhat Makes a Good Professional in Autism? A Parent's Perspective
- 7cWhat Makes a Successful Professional in Autism? School Education – A Lived Experience
- Part IIEarly Intervention, Education in Core Domains and Family Support
- 8Early Intervention
- 9Approaches to Early Intervention for Children with Autism and Their Families
- 10Building on Early Foundations into School: Fostering Socialization in Meaningful Socio-cultural Contexts
- 11Building on Early Foundations into School: Communication and Language
- 12Thinking and Learning
- 13Focus on Families
- 14Transitions in the Early Years
- Part IIISchool-Based and Academic Education: Access and Support
- 15Curriculum Balance: Access to Academic Learning and the Therapeutic Curriculum
- 16Learning Supports for Students on the Autism Spectrum
- 17Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Skills for Living
- 18Fostering Peer Relationships and Shared Learning for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
- 19Developing an Adaptive Behavior Curriculum across the Age and Ability Range
- 20 Language and Literacy
- 21Accessing a Broad and Relevant Curriculum
- 22aA Curriculum to Support Students with Autism and Special Talents and Abilities
- 22bA Curriculum for the Dual Disability of Autism and Severe Intellectual Disability
- Part IVCollaborative Working in Education
- 23Autism, Health and Education: Models and Systems for Working Together
- 24Autism Health and Education: Professional Roles and Challenges
- 25Fostering Collaborative Family–School Relationships to Support Students on the Autism Spectrum
- 26Building Capacity in Education Systems
- 27Educator Involvement in Research and Evaluation
- 28aEvidence-Based Practices with Apps Directed at Core Autism
- 28bInformation and Communication Technologies as Educational Supports
- Part VEducation for Life and Barriers to Education
- 29Supporting Students in Postsecondary Education
- 30Anxiety and Mental Health – Implications for Education
- 31Behavioural Issues and Supports
- 32Bullying Issues for Students on the Autism Spectrum and Their Families
- 33Overcoming Barriers to Educational Opportunities Post-school
- 34aAutism and Comorbidities: Autism Plus – Implications for Diagnosis, Prognosis and Interventions
- 34b Practical Effects of Co-morbidities and the Concept of Neurodiversity
- 35aSexual Development and Gender Identity in Autism1
- 35bCultural Issues in Education for Those with Autism
- 36Supportive Environments for Best Autism Practice
- Part VIData Collection in Education and Measurement of Progress
- 37Setting and Evaluating Goals in Education
- 38aFeedback from Family Members on Outcomes and Experiences of Education for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
- 38bMeasuring Success from School Stakeholders’ Perspectives
- 38cFeedback from Individuals on the Autism Spectrum about the Experience and Outcome of Education
- 39Measuring Quality in Educational Programs for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- 40Data Collection in Education and Measurement of Progress
- 41Research in Autism Education: Current Issues and Future Directions
- 42aCommunity Education and Future Developments
- 42bCrystal Gazing
- Index