College classrooms are seeing large increases of numbers of students who are on the autism spectrum or with Asperger’s Syndrome. While accommodation plans offer specific directions for each individual, professors might find it useful to understand the variety of ways Asperger’s Syndrome present in people, and valuable to absorb some basic interventions that are not only helpful for working with students with Asperger’s, but many other students as well. The first is an article from the Chronicle of Higher Education that provides helpful context; if you’re in a hurry, scroll down to the bulleted list of tactics. The second resource is a 15 minute video produced by the Organization for Autism Research, Understanding Asperger’s Syndrome: A Professor’s Guide. Thanks to the Office for Students With Disabilities for locating these resources.
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