Autism Spectrum Disorder (Part 2):
Evidence-Based Practices
Assessment
1 Define autism spectrum disorder:
a
List the two primary characteristics of ASD.
b
Explain why ASD is referred to as a “spectrum disorder.”
2 Identify and briefly describe the four steps educators can use to make an informed
decision when selecting an EBP.
3 Five EBPs are sometimes referred to as foundational strategies.
a
List and briefly describe the five strategies.
b
For each video below, identify which foundational strategy is being used. Video
1: Drawing Butterfly (time: 3:51)
Video 2: Tying Shoes
c. For each scenario presented in the table below, select one strategy to address the
student’s needs and explain why you chose that strategy. Select a different strategy for
each scenario.
4 Visual supports and PECS are effective strategies to address communication needs of
children with ASD. Briefly explain how each strategy can address this need.
5 Discuss the differences between a focused intervention and a comprehensive treatment
program.
6 Promoting independence is often a goal for students in high school. Briefly describe
Scenario
Strategy Selected
Justification for
Selection
Trevor, a 14-yearold boy, is having
difficulty
transitioning from
one activity to
another.
Carly, a six-yearold, has difficulty
putting on her coat
by herself.
Alexa, a threeyear-old girl,
swings her doll
around instead of
playing with it as
intended (e.g.,
feeding it).
how each of the following strategies can promote independence.
a
Self-management strategies
Technology-aided instruction and intervention
JUSTICE Project Questions: In addition to completing the module’s assessment
questions, please respond to the following prompts:
1.
Describe how you will improve your teaching as a result of this
module, especially those aspects you had not considered
previously. Please describe at least three ways.
2.
Describe the instructional activities or assignments you will create
or modify given the information you have learned in the module.
(Please attach your syllabus and highlight the changes and/or
attach a PowerPoint or rubric that evaluates the newly added
activity.)