Autism Spectrum Disorder
ASD
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Explanation
Explanation
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects how an individual processes information and interprets the world. Core features of autism are persistent deficits in social interaction and communication; and restricted, repetitive or stereotyped patterns of behavior, interests or activities. Each individual with ASD displays a unique combination of characteristics, ranging from mild to severe, requiring individually determined educational and treatment programming.
Assessment Planning and Criteria Checklist
Assessment Planning and Criteria Checklist
Interview Forms
Interview Forms
Initial Evaluation:
Initial Evaluation:
Parent Interview & Child Developmental History
Parent Interview & Child Developmental History
Comprehensive, semi-structured developmental history interview that gathers information in the areas of social interaction, communication, and interests/behavior for an initial evaluation.
Observation Forms
Observation Forms
To qualify for eligibility in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), documentation of two observations on two different days in two different settings is necessary. Focus on social interactions, communication, and patterns of behavior/interest/activity.
Autism Observation ChecklistAutism Observation Checklist
Autism Observation Checklist
Lists common behavioral characteristics for students with ASD in social interactions, communication, and behavior that can be easily highlighted during an observation.
Observation Points For Students with Fluent Speech
Observation Points For Students with Fluent Speech
Lists key areas of observation for ASD observations of students with fluent language.
Observation Points For Non-Verbal Students
Observation Points For Non-Verbal Students
Lists key areas of observation for ASD observations of students with limited speech.
Checklists & Rating Forms
Checklists & Rating Forms
Additional Resources
Additional Resources
View MDE's Webpage where you will find a multitude of helpful resources for both Education Professionals and Families!
Find Information and resources designed to assist school districts in fulfilling IDEA requirements in the low-incidence areas of Special Education
University of Cambridge
The ARC brings together researchers from disciplines including neuroscience, psychiatry, pediatrics, genetics, and biochemistry using state-of-the-art technologies to advance the understanding of autism across the lifespan. The mission of the ARC is to understand the biomedical causes of autism and develop new and evidence-based methods for assessment, intervention, and clinical practices.
Florida State University
The FIRST WORDS® Project is a longitudinal research initiative focused on identifying early signs of developmental language disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and other communication delays in children under 24 months. The project aims to promote earlier detection of communication disorders and access to intervention services sooner by improving early screening tools and leveraging the family role in the identification process.
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