Supporting Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Role of the Paraprofessional

Author(s)
Trudy Kluba, Laura Flaherty, Cheryl Wendt, Joyce Santo, Kymn Graves, et. al.

Facilitator Module

Trainee Module

Description

A curriculum introducing the unique needs and learning styles of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders to help paraprofessionals and other educators best meet the needs of these individuals. Modules come in facilitator and trainee versions. Instructors may purchase one trainee module from which to duplicate copies for all trainees. (Note: These modules were published prior to the 2004 reauthorization of IDEA and may not reflect the changes made in the Act.)

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Details

Date
2002 
Type
Curriculum 
Publisher
Institute on Community Integration, University of Minnesota

Topics

  • Education practices (K12 and transition)
    • Inclusive education
    • Instructional strategies
    • Paraprofessional and teacher development
  • Specific life stage
    • Early childhood
    • Children
    • Adolescents and young adults
    • Adults
  • Educational accountability and assessment
    • Accommodations and supports
  • Specific disability
    • Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)