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This book will guide practitioners, early interventionists, teachers, counselors, and psychologists in identifying and implementing effective strategies that address the unique characteristics of children with autism and their families. The authors describe current research on the etiology of autism and outline a range of effective assessment procedures. Key topics include:ÿ
"The authors cover a wealth of information from methods for identifying the disorders to strategies for ameliorating learning and behavior problems associated with autism spectrum disorders. They focus on the importance of working with parents/guardians and caregivers to meet the needs of the children in their care. Recommended." -- Joyce Williams Bergin, Assistant Dean of the College of Education 20111117 "Because the text offers so many practical tools, it will provide a distinctive contribution to education. I strongly believe ALL classroom teachers will benefit from the author's perspective and the usefulness of the materials in the book." -- Carol Aymar, Teacher 20111117 "This book is a great tool for those who are new to the field and for parents looking for more information on a variety of topics. The book stays focused on those receiving treatment and best practices. The visual aids help illustrate and demonstrate ideas. The authors do a very thorough job in describing implantation techniques and tools for a variety of treatment options, making this book a great tool for parents and providers." -- Katherine (DeHart) Boone, Case Manager 20111117 "This book provides educators with all the basics needed to educate a child with autism." -- Midwest Book Review, October 2012
| Acknowledgments | p. ix |
| About the Authors | p. xi |
| Classification of Autism in Young Children | p. 1 |
| Diagnostic Classification | p. 2 |
| Prevalence | p. 4 |
| Etiology of Autism | p. 5 |
| Conclusions and Future Directions | p. 7 |
| Early Detection and Medical Classification | p. 9 |
| Introduction | p. 9 |
| The Importance of Early Detection | p. 10 |
| Selecting a Screening Measure | p. 21 |
| Administering and Communicating Screening Results | p. 29 |
| Diagnostic Procedures | p. 30 |
| Diagnostic Tools | p. 31 |
| Diagnosis Versus Eligibility | p. 33 |
| Conclusions and Future Directions | p. 34 |
| Learning Activities | p. 35 |
| Resources | p. 35 |
| Educational Eligibility | p. 37 |
| Eligibility Versus Diagnosis | p. 37 |
| Learning Activities | p. 54 |
| Writing Effective Educational Goals | p. 55 |
| Who Is on the Team? | p. 56 |
| Writing Family-Guided Goals | p. 60 |
| Focusing on Functional Skills | p. 76 |
| Using Autism-Specific Curricula | p. 82 |
| Addressing Academic Skills | p. 85 |
| Future Directions | p. 91 |
| Learning Activities | p. 92 |
| Resources | p. 93 |
| Essential Components of Educational Programs | p. 95 |
| Core Curricular Content | p. 96 |
| Highly Structured Teaching Environments | p. 101 |
| Predictability and Routines | p. 102 |
| Commitment to Evidence-Based Practices | p. 103 |
| Functional Approach to Problem Behaviors | p. 104 |
| Transitions | p. 105 |
| Family Involvement | p. 105 |
| Mechanism for Ongoing Program Evaluation | p. 106 |
| Future Directions | p. 107 |
| Learning Activities | p. 107 |
| Resources | p. 108 |
| Designing and Evaluating Instruction Based on Student Skills and Responses | p. 109 |
| Considerations in Assessment to Lead to Improved Outcomes | p. 110 |
| Evaluating Progress and Response to Intervention | p. 118 |
| Considerations in Intervention Modification | p. 121 |
| Future Directions | p. 124 |
| Learning Activities | p. 125 |
| Resources | p. 125 |
| Evidence-Based Strategies for Teaching Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders: Skill Acquisition and Fluency | p. 127 |
| Teaching New Skills and Behaviors | p. 128 |
| Using Response Prompting Strategies to Teach New Skills and Behaviors | p. 135 |
| Teaching Chained Behaviors | p. 143 |
| Modifying Instructional Arrangements to Increase the Efficiency of Learning | p. 144 |
| Future Directions | p. 147 |
| Learning Activities | p. 148 |
| Resources | p. 143 |
| Evidence-Based Strategies for Maintenance, Generalization, and Self-Management | p. 151 |
| Maintenance of New Skills | p. 152 |
| Programming for Generalization | p. 164 |
| Self-Management | p. 166 |
| Future Directions | p. 169 |
| Learning Activities | p. 169 |
| Resources | p. 169 |
| Evidence-Based Practices for Communication Skill Acquisition | p. 171 |
| What Is Communication? | p. 172 |
| Augmentative and Alternative Communication Programming | p. 173 |
| Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) | p. 173 |
| Voice Output Communication Aides (VOCAs) | p. 175 |
| Pivotal Response Treatment | p. 178 |
| Functional Communication Training | p. 180 |
| Comprehensive Treatment Models | p. 183 |
| Future Directions | p. 186 |
| Learning Activities | p. 186 |
| Resources | p. 186 |
| Evidence-Based Practices for Social Skill Acquisition | p. 191 |
| Peer-Mediated Instruction | p. 192 |
| Social Skills Training | p. 196 |
| Pivotal Response Training | p. 202 |
| Future Directions | p. 213 |
| Learning Activities | p. 213 |
| Resources | p. 213 |
| Designing Instruction and Supports to Prevent and Decrease Problem Behavior | p. 217 |
| Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports | p. 218 |
| Functional Behavioral Assessment | p. 225 |
| How Will We Change Behavior? Developing Behavior Support Plans | p. 235 |
| Evaluation Plan | p. 245 |
| Future Directions | p. 247 |
| Learning Activities | p. 248 |
| Resources | p. 248 |
| Maximizing Implementation of Evidence-Based Strategies in the Classroom | p. 249 |
| Collaborating Within the Interdisciplinary Team | p. 251 |
| Effective Consultation and Coaching | p. 257 |
| Barriers to Implementation | p. 271 |
| Future Directions | p. 277 |
| Learning Activities | p. 278 |
| Resources | p. 279 |
| Master List of Acronyms | p. 281 |
| References | p. 285 |
| Index | p. 309 |
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ISBN: 9781412987288
ISBN-10: 1412987288
Audience:
Professional
Format:
Paperback
Language:
English
Number Of Pages: 336
Published: 22nd May 2012
Dimensions (cm): 25.4 x 17.8
x 2.3
Weight (kg): 0.703
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