Teaching Methods

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ASSERT - Autism Support Services Education Research and Training - - Trains special educators in effective teaching methods for students with ASD as well as offering research-based education for children ages 3-5.

Autism Arts - - Using Art to teach and treat children with Autism.

The Autism Education Network - - Information regarding autism interventions, resources, advocacy, special education law, and the special education system.

Autism How-to - - Teaching programs addressing academic, behavioral, communication, readiness, self-care, and social skills needs of autistic people and their caregivers.

Autism: Interventions and Strategies for Success - - Six articles by Susan Stokes on teaching methods and techniques, including assistive technology, structured teaching, communication, and learning styles in Asperger's Syndrome.

AutismWeb: A Parents' Resource Guide - - A guide to the diagnosis, treatment and education of children with autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD). A comparison of teaching methods, plus a message board.

Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies - - A Massachusetts based provider of applied behavior analysis that gives detailed information about autism, ABA, and clients' rights. What to look for in a behavioral program and what to look out for.

Gentle Teaching International - - A philosophy that facilitates self-determination by fostering loving trusting relationships between people with special needs and their caregivers.

IconTalk - Autism Resources - - Structured teaching approach, consulting and product information for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other severe communication problems.

Lessontutor.com - Teaching the Autistic Child - - Four articles covering strategies for engaging the autistic child in learning.

Lovaas Institute for Early Intervention - - Behavioral intervention program developed in the Psychology Department of UCLA under the direction of Dr. O. Ivar Lovaas. It is based on extensive clinical experience and more than 35 years of scientific research.

PDD/Autism Successful Strategies - - Parent and Behavior Consultant provides helpful strategies to use at home and school.

Pyramid Educational Systems (PECS) - - Home site of the Pyramid Education Consultants, the inventors of the Picture Exchange Communication System, a method of using picture symbols to facilitate communication for children with no verbal language.

Relationships in the Spectrum - Exercises - - A teaching method for helping autistic people understand the nuances of daily negotiated transactions.

Social Skill Builder - - SSB offers a series of interactive CD-ROM software programs for children who have difficulty with social behaviors and interaction. Resources target skills such as peer relationships, emotions, classroom and socially appropriate behaviors.

Social Skills Training - - Summary of a program designed for children with autism written by Scott C. Bellini for IRCA Articles, Access Autism. Features tips for developing a successful social skills class.

Special Tools for Learning - - Detailed information on using visual aids and instruction for people with autism and learning disabilities.

Stages Learning Materials - - Photographic flash cards and posters to teach basic language and communication skills to individuals with autism and related disorders.

Talk, Inc. - - A non-profit organization dedicated to teaching autistic, apraxic, and severaly language-disordered children to communicate through a curriculum called the Association Method.

Teaching Children with Autism - - Encompasses a variety of instructional techniques and philosophies for teaching children with autism, plus applicable information for parents and professionals alike.

Tinsnips - - A special education resource for teachers of students with autistic spectrum disorder which includes: printable activity sheets, folder games, and communication augments. The links are specific to special education and autism.

Treatment and Education of Communication Handicapped Children (TEACCH) - - Structured teaching methods devised by Dr. Eric Schopler and Dr. Gary Mesibov of the University of North Carolina. This site has articles and how to sign up for training.

Wendy Hillier - ABA Consultant, Salt Lake City - - Providing consultation and therapy to the Salt Lake Valley in the field of Applied Behavioral Analysis and Discrete Trail Teaching for children with Autism.

The West Virginia Autism Training Center - - Program of education, socialization, training and treatment at the Marshall University College of Education. Features mission statement, program history, description of services, links to related sites, and contact details.

World of Class 5: See How they Learn - - Concise definition of autism spectrum disorder as well as information about teaching methods like Applied Behavior Analysis and Picture Exchange Communication Systems. Included are great classroom/home ideas, real work by real kids, and a listing of manufacturers of educational supplies and curricula.