Embracing and Educating the Autistic Child

Download or read book Embracing and Educating the Autistic Child written by Nicholas D. Young and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2018-11-23 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the continued rise in the diagnosis of autism for school-aged students, particularly in the United States, the need for tailoring our instructional practices and programs for this population is at a pivotal point. Embracing and Educating the Autistic Child: Valuing Those Who Color Outside the Lines, takes a look at the extensive research pertaining to the unique learning needs and characteristics of the autistic student. The authors provide valuable insights into how educators, school leaders, parents, community members and college professors can turn the tide to academic success for this population of students.