Autism Spectrum Disorders: Foundations, Characteristics, and Effective Strategies, 2nd edition

A number of outstanding teaching and learning aids bring research and theory to practice:

• Trends and Issues boxes review current hot topics in the field.
• Diversity boxes look at research on issues of diversity in ASD to promote awareness and understanding.
• Research boxes provide current historical research summaries that inform practice.
• Chapter objectives focus readers’ attention on the important issues covered in that chapter.
• Opening Scenarios provide real-world examples of core chapter concepts.
• Key Terms focus students on important concepts in each chapter.

• The Play chapter recognizes the importance of play in early childhood development.
• The Sexuality chapter includes real life tips for teachers on how to address this sensitive issue.
• The Motor chapter provides information and tips for teaching from the research that supports motor issues.
• Expanded information on Environmental Supports provides research-based suggestions for everyday issues in the classroom.
• Expanded information in the Academic chapter includes reading writing, and math tips based on research.
• An expanded Transition chapter focuses less on theory and more on practical, real-world issues.
• This edition adheres to current DSMV definitions.
• Updated statistics and ASD information based on current research is included in all chapters.