Online Course: Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Online Class: Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders

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Course Cost: 6 Month Subscription
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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

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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

Optional Certificates Awarded

  1. Certificate of Attendance
  2. Certificate of Class Participation
  3. Certificate of Appreciation
  4. Certificate of Merit
  5. Certificate of Outstanding Achievement
  6. Certificate of Academic Excellence
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Course Title : Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders
CEU Value :

1.5 (Continuing Education Units)

Course Number : 5514
Course Type : College Level
Course URL :

http://spe102.onlineclasses.com

Course Rating : Excellent Course! 4 Star Rating
Instructor :

Deirdre Mithaug

Syllabus :

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Duration : Continuous: Enroll anytime!
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Course Fee :

Basic Course: $30

   

with CEUs & Certificate: $55

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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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