All About Autism: A Practical Guide for Secondary Teachers: A Practical Guide for Secondary Teachers

All About Autism is a guide for secondary school teachers to increase their knowledge and understanding of autism and enhance their toolkit with practical, adaptable strategies to support autistic learners in their care. It explores key traits and terminology, debunks myths and misconceptions, and highlights the strengths and abilities of autistic learners. The guide includes practical strategies tailored to the secondary key stages, a focus on adaptive teaching, guidance on a range of topics, and strategies to support autistic pride and promote positive attitudes to diversity.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 118 pages
Publication date: 26 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

All About Autism is a comprehensive and accessible guide specifically designed for secondary school teachers, aiming to enhance their knowledge and understanding of autism and equip them with practical, adaptable strategies to support autistic learners in their care. The book begins by delving into key traits and terminology, debunking myths and misconceptions, and highlighting the strengths and abilities of autistic individuals. It then presents a range of easy-to-implement ideas and concrete solutions, centered around the child's well-being.

All About Autism encompasses the following features:

Practical strategies tailored to the secondary key stages, presenting current research in easily digestible chunks.

A strong emphasis on adaptive teaching, offering guidance on implementing key strategies across various subject areas.

Coverage of a wide range of topics, including supporting students with mental health and anxiety, managing group work, addressing writing difficulties, homework, and exams.

Strategies to promote understanding of puberty, relationships, and sex education, fostering positive attitudes toward diversity in all its forms.

The guide adopts a celebratory approach, focusing on the differences rather than the deficits of autistic individuals. It weaves together the voices of autistic learners and parents alongside practical examples of high-quality and adapted teaching practices. This makes it an essential resource for all secondary school educators, Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs), and parents who are supporting autistic learners aged 11 to 16.

By gaining a deeper understanding of autism through this guide, educators can create inclusive learning environments that foster the growth and development of autistic students. They can implement evidence-based practices, adapt teaching strategies, and provide personalized support to meet the unique needs of autistic learners, enabling them to thrive academically and personally.

Weight: 150g
Dimension: 127 x 196 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032247816