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Course Description
This is an overview of autism spectrum disorders. The course is an examination of the psychological, physiological, social, and educational characteristics of individuals who have been identified as having autism, pervasive developmental disorder, Rett's disorder, Asperger's syndrome and childhood disintegrative disorder. By the end of this course, students will demonstrate knowledge and skills related to: The definition and characteristics of learners with autism spectrum disorders; causes and prevalence of autism; assessment and education placement options for individuals who are considered in need of special education services; and intervention. In addition, students will learn how to write instructional objectives, long-term goals, individualized education programs, and instructional plans for children with ASD.
Core Lessons: a) Definition and Characteristics b) Causes and Prevalence c) Assessment and Placement d) Instructional and Behavioral Intervention e) How to Write Instructional Objectives for Children with ASD f) How to Write Long-Term Goals (Annual Goals) for Children with ASD g) How to Write Individualized Education Programs for Children with ASD h) How to Write Instructional Programs for Children with ASD
Course Lessons
Lesson 1: SE102: Unit 1: Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders. Professor Deirdre Mithaug
Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders
Lesson 2: Unit 1.2: Definitions and Characterisitcs of ASD
Definitions and Characteristics of autism spectrum disorders
Lesson 3: 1.3: Causes and Prevalence of ASD
Introduction to the Causes and Prevalence of ASD
Lesson 4: Unit 2.1: Assessment and Placement
Description of assessment and placement options for individuals with autism spectrum disorders
Lesson 5: 2.2: Instructional and Behavioral Interventions
Description of instructional and behavioral intervention options for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
Lesson 6: Unit 3.1: How to Write Instructional Objectives
Provides guidance in how to write instructional objectives
Lesson 7: 3.2: How to Write Long Term Goals
Describes how to write the long-term goals that will be included in the IEP
Lesson 8: 3.3: The Individualized Educational Program
Describes the components of the IEP and how to develop it.
Lesson 9: 3.4: How to Write Instructional Plans
Describes format and content for writing instructional plans for individuals with ASD
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This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment.
This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, or educational requirements.
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