Difference Not Disorder
Understanding Autism Theory in Practice
Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Education & Teaching, Special Education, Socially Handicapped, Health & Well Being, Psychology, Mental Health, Family & Relationships
| Author: | Dr Catherine Harvey | ISBN: | 9781784508630 |
| Publisher: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers | Publication: | March 21, 2018 |
| Imprint: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers | Language: | English |
| Author: | Dr Catherine Harvey |
| ISBN: | 9781784508630 |
| Publisher: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
| Publication: | March 21, 2018 |
| Imprint: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
| Language: | English |
Interventions and educational approaches for children with autism spectrum disorders have developed in response to the different models for how autism has been constructed and understood. This book explores the evolving theories on autism and how these have impacted the interventions and outcomes in education. Drawing on 30 years of professional experience and detailed research, Harvey exposes the myths around autism, advocates for understanding autism as difference rather than impairment, and provides practical guidance on teaching and learning, behaviour management, addressing sensory and physical needs of children with ASD. This accessible overview shows how to put autism research into practice, learn from historic mistakes and create the most supportive environment for children on the autism spectrum.
Interventions and educational approaches for children with autism spectrum disorders have developed in response to the different models for how autism has been constructed and understood. This book explores the evolving theories on autism and how these have impacted the interventions and outcomes in education. Drawing on 30 years of professional experience and detailed research, Harvey exposes the myths around autism, advocates for understanding autism as difference rather than impairment, and provides practical guidance on teaching and learning, behaviour management, addressing sensory and physical needs of children with ASD. This accessible overview shows how to put autism research into practice, learn from historic mistakes and create the most supportive environment for children on the autism spectrum.
