Autistic spectrum disorders and implications for education -- Identification and diagnosis -- Educational provision -- Educational interventions -- Assessment for planning teaching strategies and managing behaviour -- Support from adults and pupils -- Life beyond school -- Proforma for tracking the educational provision made for pupils with autistic spectrum disorders
Summary
The range of educational options available to a child with Autism and Asperger syndrome is broad, but choosing the right path can often be a complex task for all involved. This book provides information and advice for professionals and parents making crucial decisions about meeting the needs of children with autistic spectrum disorder. It covers the range of intellectual ability from those having severe learning difficulties to those of above average intelligence. Practical advice for those working with children from preschool to post-16 is given on: choosing the most appropriate edu
