Learners on the Autism Spectrum: Preparing Highly Qualified Educators

Learners on the Autism Spectrum: Preparing Highly Qualified Educators

This text responds to the escalating need to prepare highly qualified educators with essential knowledge and practical skills to support diverse learners on the autism spectrum. Covering a range of critical topics and themes, this edited volume brings together leading experts representing diverse disciplines and perspectives (i.e., researchers, therapists, educators, parents, and adults on the autism spectrum) for a comprehensive look at the core issues related to individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Learners on the Autism Spectrum is a rare and unique collection of chapters written by leading experts in the field of ASD today ... Tony Attwood, Nancy J. Minshew and Diane L. Williams, Ilene S. Schwartz and Bonnie J. McBride, Diane Twachtman-Cullen, Gary G. Mesibov and Victoria Shea, Winnie Dunn, Cathy Pratt, Pamela Wolfberg, Heather McCracken, and Tara Tuchel Michelle Garcia Winner, Ofer Golan and Simon Baron-Cohen, Brenda Smith Myles, Sheila Smith, and Terri Cooper Sanson, Paula Jacobsen Julie Donnelly, Stephen Shore