Meeting Pattern
The class is comprised of acquiring information from a textbook, and websites with articles and videos.
Description
The text, websites and videos present the gifts that children on the Autism Spectrum have and how we might help them in the classroom.
"Children with autism spectrum disorders are increasingly being educated in inclusive general education classrooms. For optimal results, teachers need to know as much as possible about autism and the teaching methods and modifications that work best for these students. This is a huge undertaking for time-crunched general education teachers, many of whom may never have had a student with autism before. Now teachers can turn to Autism in Your Classroom for the information and guidance they need."
Syllabus, Objectives, and Outcomes
Objectives:
By the end of this course, the student will be able to:
- have an understanding of Autism Spectrum.
- understand the educational implications, learning abilities, and motor issues of those on the spectrum.
- analyze the academic approaches and instructional strategies needed to help students on the autism spectrum.
- learn about the inclusive classroom, the teacher and staff’s role in support of the student on the autism spectrum.
Text:
Fein, D. & Dunn, M. (2007). Autism in your Classroom. MD: Woodbine House
The following assignments and projects are required for this course = 30 hrs. This course is self-paced however feel free to email the instructor anytime during the course if you have any questions or concerns.
- Read text including prologue (319 pages)
- Watch videos and read articles on web
- Write reflections (5) (1 page)
- Research articles reviews from the Internet (2) - (write a half page review)
- Essay - (overall what you have interacted with) (1 – 2 pages)
Course assignments and activities are designed to enhance students’ education and develop their skills in research, critical analysis, and academic writing.
**Registration Instructions**Online registration URL closes @ 5:00 p.m. on April 13, 2023.
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