ABA 344

This is an overview of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs). The course examines neurological, communication, social, and educational characteristics of individuals who have been identified as having ASD. By the end of this course, students will demonstrate knowledge related to the characteristics of persons with ASD, causes and prevalence of ASD, and common evidence-based intervention practices in ASD. Section information text: <strong>Course Description: </strong>This is an overview of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs). The course examines neurological, communication, social, and educational characteristics of individuals who have been identified as having ASD. By the end of this course, students will demonstrate knowledge related to the characteristics of persons with ASD, causes and prevalence of ASD, and common evidence-based intervention practices in ASD.<br/><strong>Reg Notes: </strong> This course requires approximately 3 hours per week of asynchronous online lectures, during which students must be actively engaged and able to enter responses to lessen- based questions. In addition, students should expect to spend up to 6+ additional hours per week engaged in scheduled, course-related tasks (e.g., assigned readings, lesson-based activities, and assignments). Although asynchronous, students are expected to adhere to a weekly schedule, just as they would if attending an on-campus course.<br/><strong>