Autism from the Inside Out

A Handbook for Parents, Early Childhood, Primary, Post-Primary and Special School Settings

Emer Ring, Patricia Daly, Eugene Wall

• Publisher: Peter Lang Ltd, International Academic Publishers
• Year: 2018
• Print ISBN: 9781906165826
• eBook ISBN: 9781787078383
• Edition: 1
• Topic: Education
• Subtopic: Education Teaching Methods

Autism from the Inside Out is the first book to focus on providing Irish parents, early childhood, primary, post-primary and special school teachers with effective strategies for supporting children with autism spectrum difference at home and in educational settings. Presenting contributions from a range of national and international experts in education and psychology, the volume emerged from an evaluation of education provision commissioned by Ireland's National Council for Special Education, which clearly identified a need for additional guidance, advice and support for parents and teachers.

The book rejects «disorder» in favour of «difference», emphasizing the importance of a child-centred approach and the dangers of over-generalization. It includes chapters on effective teaching strategies to promote learning; responding to children's strengths and needs through individualized planning; assessment practices; the role of the Special Needs Assistant; managing transitions; the environment as the third teacher; promoting children's wellbeing; and effective leadership for inclusion.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Contents
• List of Figures and Tables
• Foreword (Adam Harris)
• Introduction: Autism from the Inside Out: Context, Background, Rationale and Structure (Emer Ring / Patricia Daly / Eugene Wall)
• Part I Teaching and Learning
• Part II Creating an Inclusive Culture
• Part III Management and Staff Development
• Notes on Contributors
• Index