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Autism and Education.
Kathleen A Flannery1, Robert Wisner-Carlson2
1Sheppard Pratt Health System, 6501 North Charles Street, Towson, MD 21204, USA.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America
|March 15, 2020
Summary
Educating individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) requires diverse, evidence-based strategies due to unique needs. This article explores current methods and controversies in autism education for better student engagement.
Area of Science:
- Education
- Developmental Psychology
- Neurodiversity Studies
Background:
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) presents unique challenges and strengths in each individual.
- Educators require varied, evidence-based practices to effectively teach students with ASD.
- The heterogeneity of ASD necessitates personalized educational approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current evidence-based practices for educating children and youth with autism spectrum disorder.
- To discuss effective instructional strategies and techniques for students with ASD.
- To examine controversies and debates within the field of autism education.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of current research on autism spectrum disorder education.
- Analysis of various instructional strategies and evidence-based practices.
- Discussion of differing viewpoints and controversies in autism education.
Main Results:
- A wide range of evidence-based practices exist for educating students with ASD.
- Instructional strategies must be tailored to individual student needs and strengths.
- Ongoing debate surrounds the most effective and ethical approaches in autism education.
Conclusions:
- Effective autism education hinges on individualized, evidence-based strategies.
- Educators must be equipped with a diverse toolkit to meet the needs of all students with ASD.
- Further research and discussion are needed to refine best practices in autism education.
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