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Revision as of 23:36, 9 December 2009
Objectives
- Develop an understanding of the behavioral characteristics of ASD by evaluating several videos and articles.
- Evaluate self management strategies for students with ASD by assessing the purpose and procedure for such a plan.
- Assess the many reasons for particular behaviors in students with ASD by evaluating several assessment tools and their function.
Beginning Activity
The following video is of Peggy Halliday who is a board certified behavior analyst with a specialization in Autism. She is speaking about some of the many behavioral issues associated with ASD. While watching these videos think about the following questions:
- List some examples of behaviors associated with ASD
- What are the behavioral similarities and differences between typical students and those with ASD?
- What types of perseverations might students with ASD exhibit?
- Why do you think students with ASD have routines and rituals?
Behavioral Chracteristics of Autism Video (Halliday 2009)
Behavioral Characteristics
Individuals with ASD display many repetitive, ritualistic, and sometimes maladaptive behaviors. These behaviors include stereotypical behaviors (Repetitive movements, hand flapping, rocking), obsessive compulsiveness, Resistance to change, Ritualistic behaviors & routine oriented behaviors (getting dressed the same way each day, items have specific places and cannot be moved), limited interests in activities, and self abusive and/or aggressive behaviors. The following link provides examples of these behaviors:
Autistic Behaviors Article (Bright Tots 2004)
After reading the article think about the following:
- Compare and contrast typical behaviors of students with those of students with ASD.
- How might these behaviors interfere with daily functioning and education?
- Based on your education, what might you try to minimize these behaviors?
References
References are available on design project main page: Students with ASD: Developing Socialization and Self-Management Skills
Links
Students with ASD: Developing Socialization and Self-Management Skills
