Nature and Needs of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Other Severe Disabilities: A Resource for Preparation Programs and Caregivers

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The book will focus on Autism Spectrum Disorders and Other Severe Disabilities (ASD/SD). Its purpose is to discuss the enhancement of the pedagogical skills of special education teachers who work specifically with students on the autism spectrum and have concurrent, significant intellectual disabilities. Due to the increase in diagnosis of autism, the editors recognize the need for teachers to have expertise working successfully with students on the spectrum. In the interest of pedagogical flexibility that the editors have explored options beyond, and in addition to, standard ABA guidelines. This book provides instructional strategies/methodologies for students on the low and high ends of the spectrum, as defined by the DSM, Fifth Edition, and with other concurrent severe disabilities

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Collaboratively designed by faculty in Special Education and Communication Disorders and a program supervisor for the Aspergers Skill Building Network, this book provides detailed curricular advice, incorporates effective research and experientially-based interventions to better serve individuals with autism spectrum disorders and concurrent severe disabilities (ASD/SD). Designed specifically for individuals with ASD/SD, this book is a must have for teachers, parents, faculty, and service providers, who want to quickly gain information about effective practices and needed curriculum rather than having to piece together research and approaches within the general special education and communication disorders literature. -- Candace Burns Ph.D, dean, College of Education, William Paterson University
A treasure chest of teaching strategies for individuals with autism! The authors present a cornucopia of ideas, strategies, and concepts that will apply to virtually any classroom with students on the spectrum. The authors address communication, sensory, physical, social and emotional issues head on, in turn increasing desired behaviors and academic growth in the classroom, while decreasing unwanted behaviors. This book is a "must have tool" that will be put to work in the classroom! -- Deborah M. Sanchez, MA, Ed.S., Special Education Teacher, Newark Public Schools
The authors, who have extensive experience in the fields of both autism education and teacher education, have written a very readable and comprehensive text about teaching students with autism and other severe disabilities. Combining current research with insights from members of the ASD community, the authors fill a gap in many teacher education programs. This guide should be helpful for all who work with students with ASD/SD. -- Yvonne Roux, M.L.S., M.Ed., Curriculum Librarian, William Paterson University
An invaluable and unique contribution to all educators and parents who design curriculum, teach and care for people with autism or other severe disorders that impact learning in profound ways. This book is a powerful and creative resource to help those who want to help others truly reach their full potential as they mature to post-secondary ages. -- Romy Riddick, higher education human resources professional and mother to a teenaged son with autism and epilepsy

Author Bio

Manina Urgolo Huckvale, Ed.D., is Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Special Education and Counseling at William Paterson University in Wayne, NJ. Her expertise is in teacher education, special education and transitions for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, with teaching and administrative experience in urban, suburban and rural communities. Irene Van Riper, Ed.D. is Assistant Professor of Special Education in the Department of Special Education and Counseling at William Paterson University in Wayne, NJ. Dr. Van Riper, a former reading specialist and special education teacher in North Carolina, is an authority in Autism Spectrum Disorders and was instrumental in building the graduate program for Autism Spectrum Disorders and Severe Disabilities at William Paterson.