PEDU 9170
Teaching the Autism Student in the Regular Classroom
3 Semester Units
This course will demonstrate an understanding as to the definition of Autism along with history and characteristics of Asperger Syndrome and its implications for the classroom. Participates will have an understanding of social skills development when working with children with Autism and Asperger Syndrome. Participates will get knowledge of resources, techniques, strategies and applications of mainstreaming, integration or inclusive education for the special needs student, with Autism and the mandates governing that education. This course will include presentations in special education terminology and law, disability overviews. Assessment, participating in the IEP team meeting, curriculum adaptations/modifications, behavior management, communication and myths, and being the educator for the special needs student with Autism in the regular classroom.

