EBD 699
CHAPTER 1 ASSIGNMENT
Autism Spectrum Disorders – Foundations, Characteristics, and Effective Strategies
(E. Amanda Boutot -2017)
Instructions: Review the questions associated with the chapter and respond to each. Always use 12 or 14-inch font, double-spaced, 8.5 by 11-inch document, and Microsoft WORD only. Points will be awarded based on adequately addressing the questions and utilizing correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and APA style. Upload the completed assignment to the
canvas drop box (15 points).
Preface: When you see one individual with autism, you have seen one individual with autism. The characteristics of an individual with autism are unique to that individual. The criteria for diagnosing an individual with autism have changed over time. The reasons for this changed a
are discussed in the chapter.
1. Without referencing the text, provide a summary of what your current perceptions and beliefs are about autism. Include the following; (200 wds)
a. Thoughts on diagnosis
b. Thoughts on behaviors
c. Thoughts on treatments
d. Thoughts on controversies
e. Thoughts on prognosis
f. And, thoughts on adults with autism
2. The definition, as well as the diagnostic criteria for autism, has changed several times since it was first identified in 1943 by Dr. Leo Kanner. However, it has always been behaviorally diagnosed. Discuss 8 of the Characteristics of ASD. (3 pertaining to Language Disorder p.8, 5 pertaining to
Social Disorders p.10)
3. How does one plan for instruction for students with autism?