Teaching Children With Autism and Related Spectrum Disorders: An Art and a Science [Paperback]

Christy L. Magnusen (Author), Tony Attwood (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 15, 2005

Tackling the challenges of teaching children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) Christy L. Magnusen argues that teachers who can blend the 'science' of education methodology with the 'art' of teaching are best able to reach these children. She takes a fresh look at established and more recent teaching techniques such as structuring spaces, emphasising language and planning for transition, and then explores the art of implementation: why, when and how to apply these methods. Based on twenty-five years of working with ASD children, this book provides guidance on engaging students and offers workable solutions to everyday teaching problems.

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About the Author

Dr. Christy L. Magnusen is Director of Special Education in Belleville, Illinois and an experienced teacher of ASD children. She has a PhD in Educational Leadership and teaches graduate course work at Southern Illinois University. Christy is also a mother of four and co-edited Autism: Clinical and Research Issues.

Product Details

• Paperback: 124 pages
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Pub; 1 edition (October 15, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1843107473
• ISBN-13: 978-1843107477
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,250,911 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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