SPE 132 - ASD Instructional Procedures

Credits: 3
Lecture Contact Hours: 3
Description: This course is designed to provide an overview of the key aspects of instructional procedures for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Students will be exposed to theories and critical issues regarding instructional readiness, methods, assessment, objectives and goals for individuals with autism. They also will explore the components and role of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) in relation to working with individuals with autism.

Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: ECE 110 or EDUC 110 if not previously taken
Recommended: SPE 102. Individuals who hold a current or prior teaching certificate may be eligible to waive the corequisite. Discuss options with the department.

Course Category: Occupational
This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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Course Competencies

Differentiate current instructional theories related to instruction when working with individuals with autism.
Explore key issues regarding instructional readiness for individuals with autism.
Explain instructional activities, including objectives, methods and measurement criteria to stimulate cognitive development for individuals with autism.
Outline instructional intervention options for individuals with autism.
Construct a task analysis of specific skills for learning objectives for individuals with autism.
Characterize the importance of Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and objectives in the instructional setting for individuals with autism.
Prescribe the formation of instructional goals and objectives for individuals with autism.
Prescribe appropriate individual instructional materials for individuals with autism.
Defend the role of assessment to meet the instructional needs of individuals with autism.
Create appropriate progress monitoring assessments to measure instructional progress for individuals with autism.
Illustrate key elements of the Michigan Child Protection Law and mandated reporting of suspected abuse and neglect as it relates to working with individuals with autism.