Assignment Content

1. Imagine you are an autism specialist for a large school district supporting the teachers and school staff who work with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In addition, you are responsible for collaborating with the families of the children to promote consistency with potential behavior challenges, improve continuity in learning, and provide clear school-to-home communication. As part of Autism Awareness Day, the principal has asked you to provide the teachers and staff with information regarding sensory processing disorder and communication needs of students with ASD.

   Create a presentation of 12–15 slides with Parts 1 and 2.

   Part 1

   • Define the 7 sensory systems.
   • Provide examples of sensory under-responsiveness aligned to each sensory system.
   • Provide examples of sensory over-responsiveness aligned to each sensory system.
   • Provide practical accommodations and strategies that can be implemented in the classroom to help with sensory needs.
   • Part 2
   • Describe the receptive and expressive language needs of students with ASD.
   • Provide examples of augmentative and alternative communication supports.
   • Provide evidence-based strategies that promote effective communication skills.
   • Use two or more academic sources. 

     Cite your sources with in-text citations and on the reference slide.

     Submit your assignment in one of the following formats: PowerPoint presentation or a PDF. Links to assignments will not be accepted.