Successful Inclusion for Students with Autism: Creating a Complete, Effective ASD Inclusion Program (Jossey-Bass Teacher) [Paperback]

Sonja R. de Boer (Author), Richard L. Simpson (Foreword)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0470230800 | ISBN-13: 978-0470230800 | Publication Date: April 6, 2009 | Edition: 1

Successful Inclusion for Students with Autism gives teachers in both special and general education as well as administrators the information they need to start and maintain an effective inclusion program for children with autism spectrum disorders. The book offers step-by-step guidance for creating successful inclusion programs and includes specific information on key topics such as educator roles and responsibilities, ongoing program assessment, and evaluating student progress. De Boer offers specific advice for designing an appropriate inclusive education program, outlines legal guidelines for placement, and provides valuable teaching tips on a wide variety of topics including behavior management, boosting social and communication skills, and more.

The book also offers a wealth of helpful forms, checklists, and handouts that will assist with implementing the inclusion program and ensure that all involved—educators, administrators, parents, and students—have the information necessary to make the program successful.

Praise for Successful Inclusion for Students with Autism

"Successfully including children with autism in general education isn't an accident. Teachers, practitioners, and parents will find practical solutions and important guidelines in this book for making inclusion successful. Dr. de Boer's passion for inclusion of children with ASD is felt throughout the pages of this book."
—Lynn Koegel, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, clinical director,Koegel Autism Center, University of California,Santa Barbara

"Finally, a book that offers the potential to make inclusion successful for students with autism. This book not only looks at the unique characteristics of ASD, but highlights and addresses the social and behavioral demands of the general education setting for students with autism."
—Katie Cook, Ph.D., early childhood autism specialist, Harmony Early Childhood Center, Olathe, KS

Editorial Reviews

Review

‘‘Successfully including children with autism in general education isn’t an accident. Teachers, practitioners, and parents will find practical solutions and important guidelines in this book for making inclusion successful. Dr. de Boer’s passion for inclusion of children with ASD is felt throughout the pages of this book.’’
—Lynn Koegel, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, clinical director, Koegel Autism Center, University of California, Santa Barbara

‘‘Finally a book that offers the potential to make inclusion successful for students with autism. This book not only looks at the unique characteristics of ASD, but highlights and addresses the social and behavioral demands of the general education setting for students with autism.’’
—Katie Cook, Ph.D., early childhood autism specialist, Harmony Early Childhood Center, Olathe, Kansas

‘‘A valuable resource for teachers and administrators working with children with ASD, and a must-read for those aspiring to become teachers. The material is applicable and adaptable for all grade levels and provides the educational cornerstone for the effective teaching of both standard classroom students and students with special needs.’’
—Linda A. Hogan, retired superintendent and New Teacher’s Track seminar speaker, Modesto, Calif.

‘‘In this book, de Boer clearly outlines responsible inclusion for students with autism spectrum disorders providing an invaluable guide to an often confusing and overwhelming process. I would highly recommend it as a ‘must have’ for every special educator’s professional library.’’
—Kaye Otten, Ph.D., behavior and autism specialist, Kansas City, MO

‘‘This book is one of the best I’ve seen for supporting students with autism in an inclusive environment. A must-have for school teams developing programs for students with autism to be successful. Teachers should keep the checklists and forms in Chapter 7 readily available when preparing for that new student to be in an inclusive classroom.’’
—Brooke D. Young, project coordinator, TEACCH-LEAP Outcome Study, and lecturer, School of Education and Human Development, University of Colorado, Denver

About the Author

Sonja R. de Boer, Ph.D., B.C.B.A., is a behavior analyst and educational consultant for early intervention services for children with autism spectrum disorders. She trains educators and parents to provide intervention and oversees the implementation of education and inclusion programs within schools. Sonja de Boer presents regularly at national conferences and provides trainings at schools across the nation.

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass; 1 edition (April 6, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470230800
• ISBN-13: 978-0470230800
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 1 x 10.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #545,357 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Author's knowledge and experience unparalleled, March 24, 2009

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H. Dalangin "Heidi de Boer Dalangin" (Bend, Oregon) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Successful Inclusion for Students with Autism: Creating a Complete, Effective ASD Inclusion Program (Jossey-Bass Teacher) (Paperback)

I would turn to no other expert in the field of autism. De Boer has proved herself once again with this comprehensive guide to inclusion. This volume should be in every classroom and library in the country. Our special children just got a huge leg up.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What we need!, June 13, 2009

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Julie Schrag "Special Education Teacher" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Successful Inclusion for Students with Autism: Creating a Complete, Effective ASD Inclusion Program (Jossey-Bass Teacher) (Paperback)

This book provides a terrific foundation AND all the necessary details for working with students with autism! Each chapter outlines important features for all parties involved and the forms are out of this world. I have not found this kind of detail in any other book and each form allows for the user to think carefully through ALL the elements that lead to successful inclusion. Congrats on a user friendly, high-powered tool!!!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally, a guide to inclusion..., April 15, 2009

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K. Schraml (Santa Barbara, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Successful Inclusion for Students with Autism: Creating a Complete, Effective ASD Inclusion Program (Jossey-Bass Teacher) (Paperback)

Finally, a guide for professionals on inclusion for children with autism in the general education classroom!

de Boer is an expert in her field with a PhD in Special Education focusing on working with children with autism, and many years of one on one and classroom experience working with this population. In recent years she worked as Director of Early Intervention Services at the University of Washington Autism Center in Seattle, WA.

This excellent publication reflects her deep practical experience in the field and includes a wealth of checklists and very practical "how to" guides to create, from scratch, an inclusion program at your school or school district.

I also know from experience that de Boer is an excellent trainer and is personally available to guide your administrators, teachers, paraeducators and parents through the process of creating your own inclusion program at your school.