Children and Youth With Asperger Syndrome

includes index and biblioraphy

1. Adaptations for Success in General Education Settings 1 with Jill Hudson Behavior Expectations 2 Consistency and Clear Communication of Expectations 6 Expectations in Practice 7 Summary 13 2. Environmental Modification IS with Anastasia Hubbard Learning About the Student With AS 17 Empowering the Student With AS 19 The School Environment 21 Visual Supports 23 Organizational Strategies 29 Summary 33 3. Academic Modifications 35 with Anastasia Hubbard Predictability and Handwriting 36 Incorporating the Student`s Interests Into the Curriculum 38 Stages of the Learning Process 40 Summary 57 4. Emotional and Behavioral Supports 59 with Diane Adreon Functional Assessment 60 The Cycle of Tantrums, Rage, and Meltdowns 60 Stabilization 68 Summary 73 5. Social Skills Supports 75 Hidden Curriculum 76 Social Strategies 78 Summary 106 6. Assistive Technology Supports 107 by Scan J. Smith, Mariangeles Murphy-Herd, Daniel Alvarado, and Nancy Glennon Assistive Technology Definition 108 Framework for Assistive Technology Selection 111 Assistive Technology Solutions 115 Technology Solutions 117 Summary 126 7. Making Each Year Successful: Issues in Transition 127 by Ronda L. Schelvan, Terri Cooper Swanson, and Sheila M. Smith Transitioning Between Activities and Environments 128 Self-Concept and Transitions 131 General Strategies for Successful Daily Transitions 133 Transition to Adulthood 135 Individualized Education Plan/ Transition Planning Meetings 136 Creating a Personal File 144 Planning for Transition Services 145 Summary 157