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Asperger Syndrome

Asperger Syndrome. Thomas Sturm December 1, 2009 EDSP 6644. Definition of Asperger Syndrome.

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Asperger Syndrome

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  1. Asperger Syndrome Thomas Sturm December 1, 2009 EDSP 6644

  2. Definition of Asperger Syndrome • Asperger's Syndrome is a developmental disorder that affects a child's ability to socialize and communicate effectively with others. Children with Asperger's Syndrome typically exhibit social awkwardness and an all-absorbing interest in specific topics (2009).

  3. Asperger Syndrome and Autism • Asperger Syndrome (A.S.) is classified as an Autistic Spectrum Disorder. • Both A.S. and Autism are grouped together as pervasive developmental disorders (PDDs) • PDDs usually involve an impairment of social skills and verbal communication (2009) • Asperger Syndrome: • is considered a milder form of autism. • is not characterized by language and cognition impairments • Characterized by problems with social interaction (2009)

  4. Prevalence of Asperger Syndrome • Determining the prevalence of Asperger Syndrome is difficult because it has only recently become commonly diagnosed and tracked. • Estimates range from: • 2:10,000 children affected by A.S. to • 3-4:1,000 children affected by A.S. (2009) • A.S. affects boys at greater rates than girls • 4:1 ratio (2009)

  5. Social Behavioral Characteristics • Impaired Social Interaction • Difficulty with Social Cues • Struggles with empathy, humor, idioms • Lack of Understanding of Social Norms • Struggles with the hidden curriculum • Difficulty with Changes to Daily Routines (2009) • Impaired Communication Skills • Poor Pragmatic Language Skills • Cannot use correct tone and volume of speech • Lack of Understanding of how Conversations Work • Displays Unusual Nonverbal Communication • Lack of eye contact, few facial expressions (2004)

  6. Cognitive/Academic Characteristics • Children of A.S. usually have average intelligence. • Academic issues arise because of: • Literal thinking styles • Inflexibility • Poor problem solving techniques • Poor organization • Difficulty differentiating between novel and important information (2008)

  7. Sensory/Motor Characteristics • Behaviors may be stereotypical/repetitive especially when under stress • May struggle with coordination and balance in situations requiring motor skills • May experience difficulty with handwriting and artistic work (2008)

  8. Educational Considerations? What can we do to best serve our students with Asperger Syndrome?

  9. Classroom Structure • Daily Schedule Posted and Followed • Avoid Unnecessary Changes to the Room Setup • List of Unexpected Changes to Schedule • Fire Drill, Pop Quiz, No Art Today • Listed Purpose of Lesson • Keeps student focused on what they should be learning (2008)

  10. Classroom Management • Clear physical boundaries • Line markers, carpet squares • Provide clear locations/routines for organizing work • Keep materials in classroom (books, pencils, etc) organized in specific labeled bins(2008)

  11. IEP Modifications • Least Restrictive Environment • Majority of the time is the mainstreamed classroom • Social Mentoring • Social Stories • Pre-teach Skills • Modify Assignments: dictation, graphic organizers, assignments broken into manageable parts, allow more time, verbal clues (2006)

  12. Strategies and Interventions • Applied Behavior Analysis • Positive Reward Point System to reinforce wanted behaviors • Social Interpreting • Secondary person who makes meaning of confusing situations • Teaches SODA technique • Stop, Observe, Deliberate, Act • Coaching • Secondary person prepares child for social interaction (2009)

  13. Assessment • Use of Portfolio as an Alternate to Testing • Childhood Autism Rating Scale • Used to show effectiveness of interventions • Autism Social Skills Profile • Looks at: Social Reciprocity, Social Participation, Detrimental Social Behaviors (2009).

  14. References Griffin, H., Griffin, L., Fitch, C., Albera, V., & Gingras, H. (2006). Educational Interventions for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome. Intervention in School & Clinic, 41(3), 150-155. Retrieved from ERIC database. Hallahan, D.P., Kauffman, J.M., & Pullen, P.C. (2009). Exceptional learners: An introduction to special education.Boston: Pearson Press. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2009, June 23). Asperger's syndrome. Retrieved from http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/aspergers-syndrome/DS00551. Neurology Channel. (2009, July 15). Asperger's syndrome: overview, asperger's risk factors and causes. Retrieved from http://www.neurologychannel.com/aspergers-syndrome/index.shtml Smith-Michaels, A. (2008). Easy to implement interventions for children with asperger's syndrome. Milestones. Watkins, C. (2004, December 28). Asperger's disorder. Retrieved from http://www.ncpamd.com/aspergers.htm

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