Description |
1 online resource |
Series |
David Fulton Book |
Contents |
Cover; Title Page; Copyright Page; Dedication; Table of Contents; Foreword; How to use this book; Note on terminology; Introduction; Part One; 1 Strengths of individuals with Asperger Syndrome; 2 Important things to know about Autism Spectrum Conditions; 3 Autism Spectrum Conditions in history; 4 A brief history of Asperger Syndrome; 5 Girls with Asperger Syndrome; 6 Parents are a valuable resource -- use them; Part Two; 7 Be prepared! Transition into secondary school; 8 Sensory overload: strategies for creating an autism-friendly environment; 9 The real challenge: managing behaviour |
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10 Discipline and pupils with AS11 Bullying and Asperger Syndrome; Part Three; 12 High Stakes Examinations; 13 Organization: practicalities; 14 Autism is a communication difficulty; 15 Handwriting difficulties, poor working memory and scribing for a pupil with AS; 16 Written assignments: be specific; 17 English Literature; 18 GCSE Drama project; 19 Interpreting images: English Language, History and Geography; 20 Practical subjects: Science and the Technologies; 21 School trips; Afterword; Glossary; Bibliography; Index |
Summary |
Written to meet the needs of teaching assistants and learning support assistants, this book provides a practical toolkit for supporting students on the autistic spectrum in mainstream secondary schools. The book offers a clear, jargon free explanation of autism spectrum conditions and examines the difficulties arising from these conditions and how they can impact on students' learning. Addressing issues which arise on a daily basis, it is full of practical advice and strategies for supporting students socially and academically across all areas of the curriculum. Features include:templates to sc |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
Notes |
Print version record |
Subject |
Autistic children -- Education (Secondary)
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Teachers' assistants -- Handbooks, manuals, etc
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EDUCATION -- General.
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EDUCATION -- Administration -- General.
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EDUCATION -- Organizations & Institutions.
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Teachers' assistants.
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Genre/Form |
Electronic books
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Handbooks and manuals.
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Handbooks and manuals.
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Form |
Electronic book
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ISBN |
9781317667308 |
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1317667301 |
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9781315768724 |
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1315768720 |
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