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In many instances, a school administrator guides decisions regarding how teachers address behavioral challenges. The purpose of Special Considerations for Students with High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder is to provide school administrators with useful and practical suggestions and strategies that can increase student achievement, engagement, positive behavior, and social skills for students on the spectrum, help reduce educator stress and frustration, and increase positive interactions between families and school personnel so that the school day is more successful for all parties.
A clear and insightful description and guide to a highly complex condition. This book should be required for all classroom teachers in both typical and special needs schools and special education personnel" - Susan Moreno, MA, ABS
Introduction
Chapter 1
“High Functioning” Does Not Mean That Students Don’t Have Significant Challenges or Areas of Strengths Social and Communication Skills
Sensory Issues
Special Interests
Behavior
Motor Skills
Academics
The Cumulative Effect
The Strengths of Students With HF-ASD
Summary
Chapter 2
Important Considerations for Educating Students With HF-ASD Predictors for Life Success
Assessment
Placement
Bullying
Discipline Issues
Summary
Chapter 3:
Strategies for Working With Families of Students With HF-ASD
Strategies That Foster Effective Family-School
Relationships
Summary
Chapter 4
Strategies for Working With School Staff
Strategies for Supporting School Staff
Summary
References
Appendix A: Modified Inventory of Wrongful Activities
Appendix B: Ziggurat Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan
Appendix C: Student Perspective Analysis
Appendix D: Transition Checklist
Appendix E: Travel Card