Online Class: Autism Spectrum Disorders for Teachers

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11Lessons
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1,259Students
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9Hours
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0.9CEUs
Course Description
This is an overview of autism spectrum disorders for teachers and paraprofessionals. We will examine 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.
The first half of this course will focus on definition, diagnosis, causes, intervention and program planning. The second half of this course will examine specific intervention strategies (involving ABA, TEAACH Model, and Self-Regulation). The last few lessons will also instruct on how to create learning goals, short term and long-term objectives, the IEP form and creating a lesson plan for students with Autism.
Course Goals:
By the end of the course, the student will demonstrate knowledge and skills related to:
1. The definition and characteristics of learners with autism spectral disorders2. Causes and prevalence of autism3. Assessment and education placement options for individuals who are considered in need of special education services4. Intervention strategies5. How to create learning goals and objectives6. Become familiar with the IEP form7. Become familiar with the process of creating a lesson plan for students with Autism
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1: Introduction
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: An Introduction
Lesson 2: Definition and Characteristics of Autism
Review 6 Practice Worksheets
Complete: Lesson 2 Assignment: ASD Fact Sheet
Lesson 3: Causes of Autism
Review 6 Practice Worksheets
Lesson discussions: What is the cause of autism?
Complete: Lesson 3 Assignment: Causes of Autism
Lesson 4: Diagnosis and Assessment of Autism
Review 5 Practice Worksheets
Complete: Lesson 4 Assignment: Diagnosis and Assessment of a Case Study
Assessment: Mid-Term Exam
Lesson 5: How to Write Short-Term Objectives
Review Practice Worksheet: JointAttentioninChildrenwithAutism.doc
Complete: Lesson 5 Assignment: Instructional Objectives
Lesson 6: How to Write Long-Term Goals
Complete: Lesson 6 Assignment: STOs and Long Term Goals
Lesson 7: How to Write an IEP
Review 3 Practice Worksheets
Complete Assignment: Lesson 7: Write an IEP
Lesson 8: How to Write a Scripted Lesson Plan
Review 8 Practice Worksheets
Complete: Lesson 8 Assignment: Scripted Lesson Plan
Lesson 9: Types of Intervention Strategies
Review 5 Practice Worksheets
Lesson 10: ABA and Positive Behavior Supports
Review 5 Practice Worksheets
Complete: Lesson 10 Assignment: What Can You Use in Your Classroom?
Lesson 11: TEACCH Model
Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
Complete: Lesson 11 Assignment: Debate a Strategy
Assessment: Final Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Recognize and describe the characteristics of learners with autism spectral disorders.
- Describe the causes and prevalence of autism.
- Describe the diagnosis and assessment of autism.
- Demonstrate writing short-term objectives and long-term goals.
- Demonstrate writing an IEP.
- Demonstrate writing a Scripted Lesson Plan.
- Describe various types of intervention strategies.
- Describe ABA and Positive Behavior Support systems.
- Define the TEAACH Model.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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Student Testimonials
- "One of the most useful and challenging online courses I've taken. I would absolutely recommend this class to teachers. This course conveys a wealth of information and detail. It will be of benefit to teachers of all subjects and grade levels PreK-12 wishing to extend their knowledge of autism as it relates to the role of educators and classroom practices. The content is well-written and clearly presented, with each lesson logically progressing from the one preceding it. The assignments are carefully chosen and constructed, and prompt the student to reflect carefully on all they have learned. Great class." -- Daniel W.
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