Table of Contents Foreword.....................1 What Is Autism Spectrum Disorder? . . . . . .... 2 Social Interaction and Communication . . . . . 3 Restricted, Repetitive Behavior Patterns . . ... 4 Evidence-based Practices for Autism . . . . .... 5 Resources for Administrators . . . . . . .... 6 How Can Your School Support Students with ASD? . 7 What to Look for in the Classrooms . . . . ... 7 Components of Effective Inclusion . . . . . . . 8 Functional Curriculum . . . . . . . . ..... 8 Addressing Challenging Behavior . . . . .... 9 How Can You Support Your Staff Who Teach Students withASD?. . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... 10 Best Practice Resources for Administrators . . 11 StaffTraining................ 11 Putting It All Together . . . . . . . . . ..... 12
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Elizabeth V. Neumann, M.A., BCaBA Suzanne M. Buchanan, Psy.D., BCBA-D
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