Comprehensive Program for High School Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Authored by Samuel L. Odom, this research-based program is specifically designed to support high school students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Developed and tested in public schools by the Center on Secondary Education for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (CSESA), this comprehensive program addresses four critical areas:

Key Focus Areas:

• Literacy: Improving reading and writing skills for students with ASD.
• Social Competence and Peer Relationships: Enhancing social skills and building meaningful relationships with peers.
• Independence: Fostering self-advocacy and independence in students with ASD.
• Postschool Transition Preparation: Preparing students and their families for a successful transition beyond high school.

The program provides a detailed roadmap for implementation, complete with:

• Intervention guidelines to ensure effective implementation.
• Case vignettes to illustrate successful strategies.
• Key findings and lessons learned from research and practice.
• Reproducible forms available for download and printing at the companion website.

In addition, the program offers guidance on navigating the wealth of additional resources available from CSESA, providing a comprehensive support system for students with ASD and their families.

Book Details:

Published by The Guilford Press, First edition (December 15, 2022)

Language: English

Format: Paperback, 216 pages

ISBN-10: 146255105X

ISBN-13: 978-1462551057

By providing a research-based, comprehensive program, this book is an essential resource for educators, families, and professionals working with high school students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).