A best practice guide to assessment and intervention for autism spectrum disorder in schools
By: Lee A. Wilkinson
Edition: Second edition.
Published: 2017
Language: eng
Number of pages: 284
ISBN-13: 9781785927041
Subjects: Services for; Autistic children; Education; Diagnosis; Autism in children
Description: With a focus on best practice and the importance of early diagnosis, this book provides a practical and scientifically-based approach to the assessment and diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome and autism spectrum conditions. This book offers a balance of conceptual, practical and empirical information designed to bridge the research-to-practice gap in identifying, assessing, and treating school-aged children with autism-related conditions. Assessment tools and intervention strategies will support school-based professionals in: identifying and assessing young people with high-functioning autism spectrum conditions; developing and implementing classroom-based intervention programs; initiating a dialogue between parents and teachers; accessing community resources; promoting special needs advocacy. With illustrative case studies, FAQs, quick reference boxes, and a glossary, this accessible guide will appeal to teachers, counsellors, psychologists, social work practitioners and students. -- Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 253-275) and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction and Overview; title: Best Practice in Screening; title: Best Practice in Assessment; title: Case Examples; title: Best Practice for Treatment and Intervention; title: Best Practice in Special Education; title: Future Directions for Research and Practice; title: Glossary of Terms; title: Appendix A : Comparison of DSM-IV-TR and DSM-5 Criteria; title: Appendix B : IDEA Disability Categories; title: Appendix C : ASD assessment worksheet; title: Appendix D : ASD observation checklist; title: Appendix E : Description of Evidence-Based Interventions; title: Appendix F : Examples of IEP Goals and Objectives.