Description

Autism, Asperger’s, Spectrum Disorders, the life of the child-through-adult, and their successes will be discussed in the text, web articles and videos.   The autistic in the workplace flourishes and is well accomplished.

Syllabus, Objectives, and Outcomes

Objectives:

By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

• describe the history and present understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders.
• have knowledge about the characteristics of autism spectrum disorders.
• identify the support associated with spectrum disorders.
• identify preparation and resources for the young person after high school and into adulthood.
• demonstrate strategies and techniques that will help in working with autistic young people.

Text:

Sicile-Kira, Chantal (2014) Revised. Autism Spectrum Disorders.  NY: Perigree Book

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 epilogue (277 page)
• Watch videos /read articles on (including access time)
• Write reflections (5) (1 page)
• Research two articles from Internet (write a half page review of each)
• Essay - (overall what you have interacted with) (1 – 2 pages)

Class assignments and activities are designed to enhance students’ education and develop their skills in research, critical analysis, academic writing.  

**Registration Instructions**

Online registration URL closes @ 5:00 p.m. June 9, 2023.

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