Accommodations at School

• By: Yvona Fast, MLS GRASP
• January 1st, 2013
• actually autistic, assistive technology, autism accommodations, classroom support, executive function, individualized education program, learning differences, school, social skills training, special education strategies
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Individuals on the spectrum often need special accommodations at school. There are many lists of possible accommodations for students on the autism spectrum. So much depends on how challenged the individual is, and in what areas the challenges present themselves. Ask, what are the barriers to your...

Career Training at Its Best: Roses for Autism

• By: Linda H. Rammler, MEd, PhD UCONN Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
• January 1st, 2013
• assistive technology, career, community, job coaching, person-centered planning, supported employment, transition to employment, vocational training, workplace accommodations
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National Labor Statistics as well as a recent National Longitudinal Study (see analysis at www.communityinclusion.org/article.php?article_id=341) show disappointing employment outcomes for individuals with autism. For example, less than half were employed at the time of the study compared to over...