Learners on the Autism Spectrum: : Preparing Highly Qualified Educators

by Kari Dunn Buron (Editor), Pamela J. Wolfberg (Editor), Carol Gray (Foreword)

Learners on the Autism Spectrum: Preparing Highly Qualified Educators responds to the escalating need to prepare highly qualified educators with essential knowledge and practical skills to support diverse learners on the autism spectrum. Covering a range of critical topics and themes, this edited volume brings together leading experts representing diverse disciplines and perspectives (i.e., researchers, therapists, educators, parents, and adults on the autism spectrum) for a comprehensive look at the core issues related to individuals with autism spectrum disorders. If you're teaching a college course or preparing for an in-house training, turn to Learners on the Autism Spectrum to cover the foundations and characteristics of individuals with ASD.

Genres: Autistic Spectrum Disorder

384 pages, ebook

First published April 1, 2008

About the author

Kari Dunn Buron is an autism educational specialist who has worked with children and young adults on the autism spectrum for more than 25 years. Kari was one of the founding members of the Minnesota Autism Project and developed the ASD certificate program for educators at Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota. Kari currently teaches in the Hamline program and coordinates a summer camp for teens with Asperger Syndrome. She is the author of When My Worries Get Too Big! A Relaxation Book for Children Who Live with Anxiety and the co-author of The Incredible 5-Point Scale: Assisting Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Understanding Social Interactions and Controlling Their Emotional Responses and A 5 Is Against the Law! Social Boundaries: Straight Up! An honest guide for teens and young adults

Reviews

[mom2wah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book. Lots of easy to read information.

[Mandy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Informative