Topics in Autism Spectrum Disorder: Sensory, Communication and Behavior as They Relate to Learning in the Classroom

Course   Section   Credits   Format
EDUC 370/570   791   3   Hybrid: face-to-face with additional coursework online.

Course Description
This 3-credit course covers topics in autism as they relate to success in the classroom.  It is designed to meet individual needs of educators presently in the field as well as those preparing for the educational profession.

This course will involve direct instruction, discussion, direct application, and assignments geared toward applying the information to your current needs and situation.  Participants will be encouraged to bring their own ‘case studies’ to the class and assignments. Confidentiality of all information will be honored and protected.

Course Syllabus

Textbook Information 
Required

Title: Learners on the Autism Spectrum (2008)
Authors: Dunn Buron, K. and Wolfberg, P.
Publisher: Shawnee Mission, Kansas: Autism Asperger Publishing Company
ISBN: 978-1934575079

UWSP Bookstore    Amazon.com

Instructor  Deb Pope  Email Instructor

Dates/Times
Start:
January 25, 2010
End: May 14, 2010

Class meets on the following Mondays from 4:30 - 6:30pm:
January 25, February 22 and March 29

Location 
UW-Stevens Point, College of Professional Studies, Room 326 and Internet

Tuition and Fees
WI Undergraduate - 3 credits: $747.12
WI Graduate - 3 credits: $1177.65
Tuition reflects off-campus rate plus a $60 technology fee.

This course meets the following Wisconsin Teacher Standards
2 METHODS   5 MANAGEMENT  

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REFLECTION
3 DIVERSITY   6 COMMUNICATIONS   10 PROFESSIONALISM
Wisconsin Teacher Standards

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