What is autism?
Autism is a national crisis affecting 1,500,000 families. According to recent studies as many as 1 in every 166 children born today will be on the autistic spectrum. This disorder is the third most common developmental disorder, more common than Down Syndrome. Although presently there is no common cause or cure for autism, early intensive intervention and therapy has proven beneficial (United States Government Accountability Office). |
Online solution helps educators improve outcomes as number of children diagnosed with autism rises each year
From staff and wire reports
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
'Zac Browser' created by the grandfather of an autistic boy
From eSchool News staff and wire service reports
Thursday, June 5, 2008 |
Characteristics
Autism is a neurological disorder that affects the functioning of the brain and interferes with normal development of verbal and nonverbal communication, social interaction and sensory development. This disability typically occurs within the first three years of life. Individuals with autism may exhibit any or all of the characteristics and behaviors listed below in any combination, ranging from mild to severe. |
TEACCH - an autism program
"In My Language" - a video (8:35) in which the first half is a sampling of behavior and language that a non-autistic viewer would see. The second half provides a documentary fromt the vantage point of a person with autism.
"Assistive Technology for Children with Autism" - written by Susan Stokes under a current contract with CESA 7 and funded by a discretionary grant fromt he Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Asperger Planet - information on Asperger's Syndrome, book recommendations and a discussion forum. |
