Product Description

Successful strategies for educating students with autism in the regular classroom.

Recent special education legislation has led to a rise in inclusion classrooms, where students with special needs, including autism spectrum disorders, are taught alongside their nondisabled peers. Teaching Children with Autism in the General Classroom provides an introduction to inclusionary practices that serve children with autism, giving teachers the practical advice they need to ensure each student receives the quality education he or she deserves.

Promoting field-tested strategies and techniques, this book offers teachers sound advice for creating a classroom environment conducive to learning success for children with autism spectrum disorders. The easy-to-use tips and tools included also aide teachers in organizing and managing their classrooms to maximize instruction for students of all ability levels.

Detailed resource guides and concise overviews of special education legislation also are provided to give general education teachers a solid background of knowledge about autism and the needs of students with the disorder.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1116958 in Books
• Published on: 2009-05-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 350 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9781593633646
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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About the Author

Cynthia Simpson, PhD, is an associate professor and program coordinator for special education at Sam Houston State University and an educational consultant in the areas of assessment and inclusive practices. Vicky Spencer, PhD, is an assistant professor at Sam Houston State University. Her current research interests include instruction for students with disabilities and inclusive classroom settings.

Customer Reviews

Must Read for Teachers of Students with Autism
General classroom teachers will find this an invaluable primer on successfully reaching students with autism and successfully including them with nondisabled classmates. The book includes a variety of hands-on tools and exercises that have proven to be effective in the field, making it a perfect primer for teachers who want to learn more about classroom strategies the fastest-growing disability group.