Faculty Name

Kim LaCasse

Document Type

Syllabi

School

HSE

Department

CS

Course Subject

SPED

Course Number

7100

Course Section

01

Course Title

ASD: Introduction and Overview

Academic Term and Year

Spring 2015

Credits

2.00

Course Description

The incidence of autism spectrum disorders has increased significantly, and schools are charged with creating appropriate programs. Examine autism and Asperger Syndrome, educational criteria, identification and assessment, personal perspectives, teaching strategies, and family issues. Discuss specific research related to autism and educational practices. Address the effects of autism on families, as well as how to include the family in educational planning. Target audience: educators, administrators, autism resource specialists, special educators P-12, and related services personnel. NOTE: This course is required for completion of the Autism Spectrum Disorders Certificate.

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