Acronyms! (lol)
What does ASD stand for?
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism is a spectrum and many people have ________ lived experiences!
different
Name 3 things you might adjust in your classroom to accommodate sensory needs!
light (windows/lights/etc), sound (music/door closed/headphones/etc), space (alt seating/students switch seats/etc)
What does ASL stand for?
American Sign Language
What is verbal stimming?
Self-generated sounds that are self-soothing
Name 3 modes of communication that are not verbal!
physical, visual, written, etc.
What does EBP stand for?
Evidence-Based Practices
According to research data, a “prominent aspect of autism is difficulties in perception and _________”.
sensory processing
Name 3 things educators can do when communicating with students with autism!
Be patient, Repeat ourselves, Explain details, Use images, Ask for feedback, Not assume that the way we communicate makes sense to them
What does AAC stand for?
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
What is echolalia?
Repeating others, movies, songs, commercials, etc.
Name 3 types of communication skills that can be taught!
Use of ACC devices, Speech generating devices, Use of ASL or other sign languages, Teaching into social behaviors, Turn taking, how to interpret facial expressions or body language
What does PECS stand for?
Picture Exchange Communication System
What is palilalia?
Repeating yourself
Name 3 examples of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ACC)!
unaided comm (requires only the user's body, ex. thumbs up), aided comm (does not require electronics, ex. first then chart), mid tech (ex. batt. op. vox output devices), high tech (dynamic systems, ex. comp. gen. vox output)