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IMAGINE…. An Introduction to Autism in the Classroom. Presentation Overview. Imagine that we are the staff at a rural community elementary school. A second grade student with Asperger’s is moving to our school.

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IMAGINE…

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  1. IMAGINE… An Introduction to Autism in the Classroom

  2. Presentation Overview • Imagine that we are the staff at a rural community elementary school. • A second grade student with Asperger’s is moving to our school. • I am the resource teacher and you are the general education teacher, the art teacher, and the principal.

  3. Overview Continued • We are going to : • Meet the student • Review Autism Spectrum Disorder • Learn about our specific • Questions and Answers – Make cards 2 questions for each role and encourage them to come up with 1 question of own • Simulation Acitivity • 10 Things video

  4. CJ CJ is currently in second grade. He was referred for assessment by his preschool teacher at the age of 4. After assessment, CJ was diagnosed with Asperger’s.

  5. What is Asperger’s? Asperger’s is a form of Autism. Autism is a spectrum disorder including autism (low functioning), childhood disintergrative disorder, rett’s disorder, asperger’s syndrome (high functioning), and pdd-nos Autism is a developmental disorder and a neurological disorder.

  6. Characteristics of Autism Communication skills deficiencies Limitations in social reciprocity Repetitive, stereotypical, and ritualistic behavior Sensory sensitivities

  7. Characteristics of Asperger’s • Most people with Asperger’s: • Range in average to above average intelligence • Do not have extreme delays in language, cognitive development, and ability to use age-appropriate self-help skills. • Exhibit rigid and awkward patterns of communication and socialization. • Have difficulty comprehending and using figurative language. • Have a reduced ability to understand and use hidden curriculum.

  8. Meet CJ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myZADof-yio&feature=relmfu http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxxUtCKxf-8&feature=fvwrel

  9. CJ’s Strengths Loves math and numbers Reads beautifully Good at turn taking Responds well to a visual schedule Loves music

  10. CJ’s Challenges Prefers things that are predictable Loud noises make him uneasy Large group is a challenge Uses scripts in place of language Obsesses about intense areas of interest (numbers, character- Woody) Prefers to speak about areas of interest Hyperlexia Organization

  11. Parent Observation • Mother reported seeing signs at the age of 2. • Stemming • Intense interest of numbers and Woody • Inability to complete tasks in new ways • Preferred to be by self • Did not play with toys

  12. School Obervations Works well one-on-one Works well with a visual schedule Needs prompting for transitions and change in schedule Meltdowns occur daily in correlation with reading groups Reinforces include computer, writing numbers, and pretzels

  13. Suggestions from Current School Use of First/Then visual Use of visual schedule Smartboard- interactive whiteboards VizZle- Web-based program that uses an extensive collection of audio, video, and images that customizes lessons Two way communication notebooks – one for staff and one for home De-clutter the environment Set up areas in classroom that encourage small group play Peer buddy Activity expectations

  14. Current Services • Speech – 1 time a week for 30 minutes • Occupational Therapy – 2 times a month for consult • Note- sensory needs are increasing • Circle of Friends – 1 time a week for 30 minutes • Direct services – 45 minutes everyday

  15. Current IEP Goals Speech- social interaction in small group OT – Sensory Reading Comprehension – answering wh- questions about characters and settings Reading Comprehension – understanding the main idea Writing – writing paragraphs and staying on topic

  16. Q & A Are there any questions?

  17. Ten Things Every Child With Autism Wishes You Knew http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbeyIG7Fz8s

  18. Resources Dowd, J., Emspak, S., Goldstein, H., Mahalko, P., Mizrahi, D., Puglisi, M., . . ., Troy-Quinn, D. (2010). Collaborative Team Teaching. Autism Asperger’s Digest Magazine. September/October. 32-34. Greenspan, S., & Wieder, S. (1998). The Child with Special Needs. http://www.dacapopress.com : Da Capo Press. McLeskey, J., Rosenberg, & M., Westling, D. (2010). Inclusion: Effective Practices for All Students. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearsons. Nomura, V. (2005). The Great Indoors: Classrooms that Inspire Learning. Autism Asperger’s Digest Magazine. July/August. 12-16. Notbohm, E. (2005). Ten Things Every Child With Autism Wishes You Knew. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons. Sicile-Kira, C. (2004). Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Complete Guide to Understanding Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, and Other ASDs. New York, NY: The Berkley Publishing Group Stafford, L. (2011). Technology Transforms the Autism Classroom of the Future.. Autism Spectrum Quarterly.Fall. 8-10.

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