Methods for Teaching Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Evidence-Based Practices, Loose-Leaf Version

Methods for Teaching Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders is the most comprehensive text available, aimed at helping pre-service and in-service teachers and related service professionals understand the importance of evidence-based practices in the education of learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) from a family and longitudinal learning perspective. With its emphasis on the theme of family and professional partnerships and collaboration and consultation, the book includes learning aids such as suggested print and web-based resources, graphic organizers, and points for reflection; child and family vignettes, "Consider This" features, and examples of exemplary programs and practices; and the most up-to-date information and latest trends in the field.

This easy to read, up-to-date resource provides a highly informative look at the importance of evidence-based practices in the education of learners with autism from a family partnership and longitudinal learning perspective. It thoroughly addresses both the educational and behavioral support needs of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in a thoughtful and insightful approach aimed at developing caring and compassionate professionals who are highly trained in the use of evidence-based approaches.

• An emphasis on the theme of family and professional partnerships and collaboration and consultation helps students become highly knowledgeable of the importance of forming family partnerships and teaming.
• Learning aids such as suggested print and web-based resources, graphic organizers, and points for reflection pull readers into the content and help students remember key information and strategies.
• Child and family vignettes, “Consider This” features, and examples of exemplary programs and practices help to personalize and bring meaning to sometimes-difficult concepts, while also promoting meaningful discussion among students.
• The most up-to-date information in the field gives students the latest information and trends   and facilitates their journey toward becoming cutting edge educators.