EDUC 626 Characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder and Assessment

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Course Requirements Checklist

After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.

Discussions (3)

Discussions are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the candidate will complete 5 Discussions in this course. For each discussion, the thread must be at least 400 words and 3–5 paragraphs. The thread must be supported with at least 2 scholarly sources in current APA format. Acceptable sources include the textbooks and journal articles. Wikis and blogs may be discussed but will not count toward the 2 scholarly source requirement. The candidate will also respond to the thread of at least 2 classmates for each discussion. Each reply must be 200–250 words. (CLO: E, F).

Case Study Assignments (5)

In this course, the candidate will complete 5 Case Study Assignments, each requiring a thorough analysis of the scenarios presented. The candidate will propose evidence-based solutions that are ethical and respectful to individuals with autism. Additionally, each case study will feature a biblical reflection section where the candidate will discuss how their worldview informs their solutions to the problems presented. Each case study should be at least 400-words and each reflection should be at least 200-words. The assignment should follow current APA format. (CLO: A, B, C, D, E, F)

Academic Instruction for a Bible Lesson Assignment

The candidate will plan group instruction for Autistic students with a variety of academic, behavioral, and social skills support needs as well as independent work opportunities. The candidate will utilize the 3 provided student descriptions and the Academic Instruction for a Bible Lesson Template in the creation of their activities. The candidate will plan 1 whole group activity, 1 small social group activity where the student with ASD will socialize or collaborate with a peer, and 1 independent workstation activity for the 3 provided students. Each activity should include the lesson focus, the goal for the activity, materials needed, a detailed description of the activity, a description of the classroom arrangement, modifications/accommodations for students with ASD, and an assessment/evaluation. The whole group activity and small social group activity should also include an amended assessment for at least 2 of the students with ASD. The candidate must also include a detailed class schedule, a 5-point scale for 1 of the provided students, and a personal reflection on how their biblical worldview influenced their topic choice. Current APA formatting should be utilized. Where appropriate, in-text citations should be included. Sources used should be listed within a references page. (CLO: B, D, F, G)

Video Modeling Assignment

The candidate will create a 2-5-minute video modeling intervention tailored to a student’s specific needs, producing a video that clearly demonstrates the target behavior or skill. Accompanying this, the candidate will provide a comprehensive report describing the student and explaining the implementation process, including the rationale for using video modeling, viewing schedules, and setting. The plan will also describe the data collection strategy, detailing what will be monitored, the tools used, and how data analysis will assess the intervention’s effectiveness. The report should also include a reflection on the experience of creating the video that will include biblical integration. The comprehensive report may be presented as a written report, an addendum to the original video, or an additional video. Current APA format should be followed for any written reports. (CLO: A,B,C,D,E,F)

Final Reflection Assignment

The candidate will write a final reflection of at least 800-words, not including the title page or any included abstract or reference page, on applying their newfound knowledge when working with students with autism, detailing plans for ongoing learning and advocacy for these students, as well as growth in their Christian faith. The reflection should include discussion on the neurodiversity movement and evidence-based practices (EBPs). The reflection should follow current APA format. (CLO: A, B, C, D, E, F)