The SAGE Handbook of Autism and Education
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The SAGE Handbook of Autism and Education

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The SAGE Handbook of Autism and Education

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Education is an important aspect of the environmental influences on autism and effective education can have a significant effect on outcome for those on the autism spectrum. This handbook is a definitive resource for reflective practitioners and researchers who wish to know and understand current views of the nature of autism and best practice in educational support. It explores the key concepts, debates and research areas in the field.

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Yes, you can access The SAGE Handbook of Autism and Education by Rita Jordan, Jacqueline M. Roberts, Kara Hume, Rita Jordan,Jacqueline M. Roberts,Kara Hume in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Education & Inclusive Education. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

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Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd
Year
2019
ISBN
9781526418951
Edition
1
Topic
Education
Subtopic
Inclusive Education

Index

Page numbers in bold indicate tables and in italic indicate figures.
  • AAC see Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems
  • ABA see applied behaviour analysis (ABA)
  • Abecedarian Project, US, 120
  • abnormally restrictive intake of food (ARFID), 496, 507ā€“508
  • Abrams, D., 144
  • Academic Autistic Spectrum Partnership in Research and Education (AASPIRE), 600
  • academic curriculum, 13ā€“14, 302ā€“310
    • arts, 308ā€“309
    • assessment, 310, 579
    • environmental education, 309
    • foreign languages, 309
    • goal setting, 542
    • health education, 309
    • information and communication technologies (ICT), 488
    • legislation, 303ā€“304, 310
    • mathematics, 306ā€“307
    • means of providing access to, 304ā€“305
    • physical education, 309
    • science, 307ā€“308
    • social studies, 308
    • see also literacy
  • academic outcomes, 368ā€“369
  • accommodations, 237, 304, 373, 424
    • see also learning environment design
  • ACER see Autism Centre for Education and Research (ACER), UK
  • Action for Autism, 36, 353
  • activeā€“odd social play style, 140
  • Adapted Responsive Teaching (ART), 190
  • adaptive behaviour scales, 252ā€“253
  • adaptive skills instruction, 231, 276ā€“285
    • behavioural approaches, 278ā€“279
    • choice making, 282
    • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), 279, 283
    • cognitive flexibility, 282
    • community integration and navigation skills, 283
    • coping skills, 283
    • executive functioning and, 281ā€“283
    • general considerations, 277ā€“278
    • perseverance, 283
    • problem solving, 282, 430
    • sexuality education, 284, 285, 326
    • social and communicative skills, 279ā€“281
    • structured teaching, 279
    • vocational skills, 2...

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Title Page
  4. Copyright Page
  5. Contents
  6. List of Figures
  7. List of Tables
  8. Notes on the Editors and Contributors
  9. Foreword
  10. Introduction
  11. Part ILearning Needs and Educational Responses
  12. 1Difference Versus Disability: Implications of Characterisation of Autism for Education and Support
  13. 2Particular Learning Needs of Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
  14. 3The History of Autism Education
  15. 4Educational Structures: An International Perspective
  16. 5Systems and Politics of Provision
  17. 6Professional Development for Those Working in Education with Students on the Autism Spectrum
  18. 7aAnalysis of What Makes a Successful Professional in Autism
  19. 7bWhat Makes a Good Professional in Autism? A Parent's Perspective
  20. 7cWhat Makes a Successful Professional in Autism? School Education ā€“ A Lived Experience
  21. Part IIEarly Intervention, Education in Core Domains and Family Support
  22. 8Early Intervention
  23. 9Approaches to Early Intervention for Children with Autism and Their Families
  24. 10Building on Early Foundations into School: Fostering Socialization in Meaningful Socio-cultural Contexts
  25. 11Building on Early Foundations into School: Communication and Language
  26. 12Thinking and Learning
  27. 13Focus on Families
  28. 14Transitions in the Early Years
  29. Part IIISchool-Based and Academic Education: Access and Support
  30. 15Curriculum Balance: Access to Academic Learning and the Therapeutic Curriculum
  31. 16Learning Supports for Students on the Autism Spectrum
  32. 17Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Skills for Living
  33. 18Fostering Peer Relationships and Shared Learning for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
  34. 19Developing an Adaptive Behavior Curriculum across the Age and Ability Range
  35. 20 Language and Literacy
  36. 21Accessing a Broad and Relevant Curriculum
  37. 22aA Curriculum to Support Students with Autism and Special Talents and Abilities
  38. 22bA Curriculum for the Dual Disability of Autism and Severe Intellectual Disability
  39. Part IVCollaborative Working in Education
  40. 23Autism, Health and Education: Models and Systems for Working Together
  41. 24Autism Health and Education: Professional Roles and Challenges
  42. 25Fostering Collaborative Familyā€“School Relationships to Support Students on the Autism Spectrum
  43. 26Building Capacity in Education Systems
  44. 27Educator Involvement in Research and Evaluation
  45. 28aEvidence-Based Practices with Apps Directed at Core Autism
  46. 28bInformation and Communication Technologies as Educational Supports
  47. Part VEducation for Life and Barriers to Education
  48. 29Supporting Students in Postsecondary Education
  49. 30Anxiety and Mental Health ā€“ Implications for Education
  50. 31Behavioural Issues and Supports
  51. 32Bullying Issues for Students on the Autism Spectrum and Their Families
  52. 33Overcoming Barriers to Educational Opportunities Post-school
  53. 34aAutism and Comorbidities: Autism Plus ā€“ Implications for Diagnosis, Prognosis and Interventions
  54. 34b Practical Effects of Co-morbidities and the Concept of Neurodiversity
  55. 35aSexual Development and Gender Identity in Autism1
  56. 35bCultural Issues in Education for Those with Autism
  57. 36Supportive Environments for Best Autism Practice
  58. Part VIData Collection in Education and Measurement of Progress
  59. 37Setting and Evaluating Goals in Education
  60. 38aFeedback from Family Members on Outcomes and Experiences of Education for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
  61. 38bMeasuring Success from School Stakeholdersā€™ Perspectives
  62. 38cFeedback from Individuals on the Autism Spectrum about the Experience and Outcome of Education
  63. 39Measuring Quality in Educational Programs for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  64. 40Data Collection in Education and Measurement of Progress
  65. 41Research in Autism Education: Current Issues and Future Directions
  66. 42aCommunity Education and Future Developments
  67. 42bCrystal Gazing
  68. Index