Autism Spectrum Disorders

Angi Stone-MacDonald is Professor of Special Education and Department Chair at California State University, San Bernardino, USA.David F. Cihak is Professor of Special Education and Associate Dean of Educator Preparation Programs at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, USA.Dianne Zager is a consultant and advocate for individuals with autism and their families.

• Section I: The Study of Autism: Historical and Global Perspectives 1. Definitions and Classification of Autism Spectrum Disorders 2. Historical Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder 3. Legislation, Evidence Based Practices, and State Implementation 4. Global Perspectives: Autism Education and Interventions in Low- and Middle-Income Nations Section II: Education and Intervention in the Early Years 5. Early Intervention Services for Children with Autism 6. Preschool Years 7. Teaching Communication to Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders 8. Building and Managing Appropriate Behaviors 9. Development of Academic Skills in Childhood 10. Developing Social Interaction Competence Section III: Adolescent and Young Adult Years 11. Self-Determination in School and Community 12. Universal Design for Transition for Students on the Spectrum 13. Positive Behavior Supports in Middle and Secondary School 14. Services and Supports for Transition from High School to Higher Education 15. Promoting Integrated Employment Options 16. Collaboration and Interdisciplinary Practice in Educational and Transition Section IV: Cross-cutting Themes in the Field of Autism 17. Trauma and Autism in Childhood 18. Current Trends and Theoretical Approaches in Autism Research 19. Aging and Autism Spectrum Disorder 20. Social Media, Digital Inclusion, and Internet Safety 21. Interactions with First Responders and Medical Providers 22. Teaching and Supporting Sexuality Education 23. Neurodiversity and the Culture of Autism