Teaching University Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder - A Guide to Developing Academic Capacity and Proficiency (Paperback)

Based on the findings of a five year longitudinal study into the experiences of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), this book provides tertiary educators and support staff with practical support for addressing the challenges associated with ASD as they manifest in college and university environments. It explores issues such as: * Interpreting assignment tasks * Unwritten expectations and codes of conduct * Rigidity of thinking * Project planning * Self-monitoring * Multi-tasking and central coherence The authors suggest practical strategies for better accommodating students with ASD in the inclusive classroom. Chapters include case studies of individual students, which provide real world examples of possible issues and successful interventions, making this an essential resource for all those involved in supporting students with ASD in tertiary education settings.

General

Imprint:	Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	June 2016
Authors:	Kim Draisma • Kimberley McMahon-Coleman
Dimensions:	228 x 150 x 18mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	216
ISBN-13:	978-1-84905-420-1
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Education > Organization & management of education > General Books > Social sciences > Education > Higher & further education > Universities / polytechnics Books > Social sciences > Education > Teaching of specific groups > Teaching of those with special educational needs > Teaching of learning disabled persons Promotions
LSN:	1-84905-420-7
Barcode:	9781849054201

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