APSE/576
Characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorders

Course level: Graduate

Christine O.

BSA

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Format
Online
Course length
6 weeks
Total credits
3 credits
Note
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This introductory course is designed to assist teacher candidates in developing strategies and techniques to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). This class is designed to familiarize teacher candidates with the complexity of ASD. The course provides the theoretical background information and practical instructional strategies needed for working with students with ASD. Participants will gain a better understanding of the key issues related to inclusive instructional practices as well as the skills to adjust behavioral challenges. This course fosters communication and social-perceptual thinking skills among teacher candidates.

Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.

Communication

Examine communication and social-perceptual thinking skills of teachers working with students with disabilities

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Analyze the theories related to autism spectrum disorders for students in the educational environment

Applied Behavior Analysis

Develop strategies and techniques for students with autism in the P-12 environment