Title: Autism in the classroom
Description: Autism is one of the fastest growing disabilities that affect children in many different and unique ways. Many teachers have not been taught about autism and what special care may be needed to help children with this disability. This program is designed by teachers and parents with autistic children and autistic children in their facilities and features a short interview with Dr. Bernard Rimland, Founder of the Autism Research Institute, author and noted expert on autism. Dr. Rimland was the technical director of the movie "Rainman" featuring Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise.
Subjects: Autistic children, Education