Autism Spectrum Disorders: From Theory to Practice (2nd Edition)
The second edition ofAutism Spectrum Disorders: From Theory to Practicehelps educators implement the best evidence-based practices in their classroom, community and home. With a solid emphasis on research, this text offers a practical approach to teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), providing a step-by-step guide for assessment and progress monitoring, and outlining a variety of evidence-based practices organized by major theoretical perspective. Hall devotes a complete chapter to cultural and linguistic diversity, addresses ASD across the lifespan, and includes authenticIn Their Wordsaccounts of what it is like to live with ASD, making this text unlike other texts in the market.New to This Edition: ·        A new Chapter 10 on transition includes research and strategies for working with adolescents and young adults as they prepare for post school activities. ·       An updated review of the research literaturereinforces the solid research emphasisby highlighting which strategies have evidence and directions for future research. ·       Updated information on evidence-based strategies in Chapter 3fulfills the legal requirement to implement scientifically-based strategies when teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. ·       A stronger emphasis on cultural considerations in Chapter 7helps educators learn how to work with families from diverse backgrounds in a culturally responsive manner. ·       References to the DSM-vhave been added to this edition and provide the most up-to-date definition and characteristics of ASD. The references follow the most current information from the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. ·       UpdatedIn Their Wordssectionsfeature additional contributors including professionals and individuals living with Autism Spectrum Disorders.