Read the introduction to better understand the scope of the book, exemplary regional, provincial, and statewide programs, exemplary national initiatives related to autism, and how to improve services through training, research, and policy. Read More
Read the introduction to learn about the purpose of the book, the autism treatments approaches covered by the book, and an overview of the background of intervention strategies for communication and social interaction. Read More
Read the excerpt to learn a brief history of The National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders (NPDC). This chapter also covers how the center identifies and creates needed resources as well as develops partnerships with states. Read More
Pave the way for children with disabilities to join the team or the game so that every child in your community has the chance to benefit from sports in your neighborhood. Read More
Helping young people with autism navigate social waters is one of the best gifts you can give them. With specific strategies and exercises, you can help them learn to read social cues and gain greater ease in social interactions. Try these four proven approaches that have been shown to help young people on the spectrum build key social skills. Read More
"Your child has autism." After hearing those words, what is the next thing a parent needs? Marion O’Brien listened to dozens of families to be able to answer that question. See what she discovered. Read More
Read a Q&A with the editors of Autism Spectrum Disorders and AAC to find out what the advantages are of using AAC in supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Read More
This excerpt demonstrates transition IEPs for two students with different needs and goals. Their cases provide examples of how this process is implemented for students with varying needs. Read More
Read the excerpt taken from Volume II: Intervention of The SCERTS Model to learn how to link transactional support goals to social communication and emotional regulation goals. In-depth vignettes on diverse children and families illustrate implementation of the model. Read More
In 2001, 12 professionals from a variety of disciplines carefully examined 20 years of research on educating young children with autism. The result is the National Academy of Sciences report on Educating Children with Autism, now considered the authoritative text on recommended practices. The committee of experts”which included Dr. Amy Wetherby, co-author of The SCERTS Model: A Comprehensive Educational Approach for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders–identified a number of critical features characteristic of effective interventions. Read on to learn how The SCERTS Model a linked assessment and intervention system–aligns with the committee's findings. Read More
