Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is defined as a neurodevelopmental disorder that impacts how children communicate, learn, interact, and behave. Early care and education (ECE) professionals benefit from understanding ASD and how to support children with autism in their care. This course describes the characteristics of autism spectrum disorder, team approaches to foster collaborative and caring interactions with children and families, and strategies to support educators as they build on children's strengths to nurture their learning and development.
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Objectives
- Review the core characteristics of ASD that impact communication, social interactions, and behavior.
- Identify evidence-based strategies that support children with ASD to learn and thrive.
- Apply knowledge and techniques presented to adapt approaches in the classroom that support children with ASD.
