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by Ruth B. Eren (Author)
Written by educators for educators, Introducing Autism: Theory and Evidence-Based Practices for Teaching Individuals With ASD is an introductory text offering a broad picture of Autism Spectrum Disorder for students, teachers, related service providers, and other school personnel who are engaged in the education of individuals with ASD.
Introducing Autism imparts knowledge and understanding of the broad spectrum of ASD and suggests evidence-based practices to support this population. Editor Dr. Ruth Eren and the text contributors provide readers with a firm foundation of facts, strategies, and processes that help explain and address the complex profile of an individual with ASD. As a result of this understanding, current and future practitioners will be equipped with the skills and strategies to work collaboratively and effectively with their school team as they create a program for a student on the spectrum. What's included in Introducing Autism:- Content supported by case studies based in authentic educational settings
- Evidence-based practices suggested for use in the classroom
- Voices from the Spectrum sections in each chapter which feature the viewpoints from individuals on the spectrum
Author Biography
About the Editor
Ruth Blennerhassett Eren, EdD, is a retired professor with emeritus status at Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, Connecticut. At the university, Dr. Eren was the co-founder and director of the Center of Excellence on Autism Spectrum Disorder and was appointed to the Dorothy W. Goodwin Endowed Chair in Special Education. She was a full professor and former chair of the Department of Special Education/Reading in the College of Education. Dr. Eren led the development of the SCSU master's degree program in Special Education with a concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Developmental Disabilities. She has presented to both state and national audiences on topics related to professional development and program design for students with ASD. Among her numerous publications, Dr. Eren was a key author of the CT State Guidelines for Serving Children and Youth With ASD. Early in her career, Dr. Eren was a special education teacher and school administrator. She has consulted with both public and private schools for more than 20 years regarding program development and services for individuals with ASD. In retirement, Dr. Eren continues to serve on a number of advisory boards related to services for individuals with ASD.
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