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Intent of Project

This course will provide participants with a better understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder and how to effectively support children with ASD in a classroom environment.

Topics that will be covered:

• What Does It Mean To Be On The Spectrum? Red Flags Classroom Teachers Should Know

• The Misconceptions And Myths Surrounding ASD

• Classroom Strategies That Support Students With ASD

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Obtain basic knowledge about Autism Spectrum Disorder

• Draw conclusions about common misconceptions and myths about children with ASD

• Develop skills that solve problems regarding misconceptions about students with ASD

• Make and execute descisions about appropriate practices that support students with ASD in a classroom environment

Performance Objectives

Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:

• Identify major characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder

• Give examples of strategies that improve the learning environment for students with ASD and explain why those strategies will benefit students with ASD

• Describe common misconceptions and myths of ASD as well as provide informed explanation to challenge the misconceptions

• Give examples of red flags that classroom teachers should know that indicate a child may have ASD

Needs Assessment

Instructional Problem: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is the fastest-growing serious developmental disability in the U.S. The prevalence has risen to 1 out of every 88 births. The increasing number of children diagnosed with ASD means there is a growing number of students with ASD in the classroom. Children with ASD have unique needs that require ALL teachers to have awareness of the disorder as well as know how to support them in order to be successful in the classroom.

What is to be Learned:

Participants will learn about ASD and how to effectively support students with ASD in order to be successful in a classroom environment.

About the Learners:

Participants of this course are either currently working with students that have been diagnosed with ASD or have the potential of working with such students. Participants can also be families of individuals with ASD that desire further study on the topic. All are looking to better their knowledge about ASD and how to support students with ASD be successful in a classroom environment.

Instructional Content:

This is a self directed course that provides participants with information about ASD and how to effectively support students with ASD in a classroom environment. There are a total of three units within the course. Unit one will give a general background on ASD and how it is diagnosed. Unit two will focus on the misconceptions and issues surrounding ASD and unit three will focus on providing participants with effective educational strategies they can use to support the student with ASD in the clasroom.

Exploring Instructional Problems/Solutions:

Many teachers do not have a good understanding of what ASD is and are uninformed of strategies to use in their classroom to support students with ASD. This course will provide learners with an understanding of what ASD is and the right tools to support students with ASD in their classroom.

Generate Goals:

Unit 1: Develop a high-quality understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder

Unit 2: Discuss the misconceptions and issues surrounding ASD

Unit 3: Identify effective strategies for students with ASD in a classroom environment

Prerequisite Skills

Essential prerequisites:

• Auditory and visual processing skills

• Ability to read and respond to literature

• Experience in a classroom scenario as either a student, teacher, or both

• Basic understanding of child development

• Basic understanding of how to navigate through websites

• Understanding that disabilities affect the education of students

Supporting prerequisites:

• Self motivation and discipline to proceed through course

• Computer proficiency

• Positive attitude and moral based learning standards

Instructional Curriculum Map

Media:Instructional Curr. Map2.pdf

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Unit 1:

Objectives:

• Define ASD

• Recognize the disorders under the ASD umbrella

• Discuss what is means to be on the spectrum

• Identify at least 5 red flags of ASD

Activities:

• K-W-L Chart

• Article Analysis

• Video Analysis

• Reflection Questions

Unit 2:

Objectives:

• Describe common myths and misconceptions surrounding ASD

• Provide informed explanation to challenge those misconceptions

Activities:

• Article Analysis

• Reflection Questions

• K-W-L Chart

Unit 3:

Objectives:

• Develop appropriate practices that support students with ASD in a classroom environment

Activities:

• Visual Analysis

• Video Analysis

• Reflection Questions

• K-W-L Chart

Let's Get Started! Mini Course: Supporting Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder