A “structured teaching” approach will provide the consistent routine and education environment that enable students with autism spectrum disorders to feel safe and secure, a necessary antecedent to learning. The resources in this section will help you develop and implement your own structured-teaching practice.
Autism: For Teachers – Structured Teaching
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