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Publication Date: 2018
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Strategies for Supporting Students Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders in STEM Education
Moody, Amelia K.; Kubasko, Dennis S.; Walker, Allison R.
Journal of the American Academy of Special Education Professionals, p44-65 Fall 2018
Educators and employers are working together to promote students diagnosed with autism by developing skills related to the STEM fields. Students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are showing high levels of interest in STEM fields. This paper will review STEM and ASD literature and offer methods for improving student access to education through transition services and using a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework in efforts to encourage a blend of evidence-based instructional methods and supports for STEM educators working to include students diagnosed with ASD in their classrooms.
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, STEM Education, Teaching Methods, Access to Education, Evidence Based Practice, Transitional Programs, Student Needs, Elementary Secondary Education, Postsecondary Education, Student Characteristics, High School Students, College Students, Environmental Influences, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Relationship, Cognitive Processes, Individualized Education Programs, Career Readiness, Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education, Student Interests
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education; Postsecondary Education; High Schools; Secondary Education; Higher Education
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Language: English
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