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SPED 7002 Autism Across the Lifespan
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Autism Spectrum Disorders are presently being diagnosed at epidemic rates of 1 in 68 children individuals in the general population and 1 in 42 boys. This number has increased dramatically in the last three years and last three years and in the last three years and numbers continue to climb despite interventions and early diagnosis. early diagnosis.
Individuals with autism are exceptional at looking at data, dealing with mathematical concepts, attention to detail, the ability to focus over long periods of time, and looking at large bodies of information and spotting anomalies,” explained Lori Golden (2016).
This course is purposed toward familiarizing participants with autism spectrum disorders including high and low functioning autism, disorders including high and low functioning autism, Asperger Syndrome, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder, which the DSM-V classifies as Autism Spectrum Disorders. Additionally, according to recent statistics, 58% of the overall autism workforce are unemployed.
Discrimination against this particular disability is epic and much higher than other disabilities, because of the social aspects of this disorder. Neurotypical individuals simply do not understand and cannot relate to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. As a result, individuals with autism are susceptible to bullying across the lifespan and bullying shows up in the form of physical and mental abuse up to hate and loss of . employment.
This course addresses the realities that many universities are attempting to correct, but in a much more meaningful and cost-effective manner because participants will be able to learn from and interact with two individuals who have been diagnosed.
Participants will become familiar with each disorder and subsequent social disruptions.
Participants will learn about therapeutic and educational interventions currently in use.
Participants will learn about key social, behavioral, and educational strategies that can be employed to help make the autistic individual more successful in a variety of settings.
An overview of IDEA, ADA, least restrictive environment and other lawful mandates will be taught.
Participants will learn about educational and employment laws that specifically impacts individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders, such as providing the Least Restrict Environment, accommodations, and other considerations.
Lastly, this course will present potential future applications, including living arrangements, career options, and educational requirements.
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