Curated OER
A is for Autism
Students view a film that dicuss the unusual behaviour of the protagonist and narrator of the novel 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.' They discuss how Christopher has Asperger's Syndrome. Students discuss how...
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Eric: What Can You Tell Me About Asperger Syndrome?
The Council for Exceptional Children offers factual information on Asperger syndrome.
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Autistic Spectrum Disorders: Sorting It Out
Written by a teaching and practicing pediatric neurologist, this lengthy but very readable article surveys the disorders now gathered under the "Autistic Spectrum Disorders."
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Autism Society of America
Large, multifaceted site with information on autism, the Society, news and events, research and resources, and much more. "Autism Info" is a good place to start. Includes "An exciting new e-Learning course designed to help you understand...
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Autism Society of America
Large, multifaceted site with information on autism, the Society, news & events, research & resources, and much more. "Autism Info" is a good place to start. Includes "an exciting new e-learning course designed to help you...
National Institutes of Health
Asperger Syndrome Fact Sheet
Provided is a complete description of Asperger Syndrome, including a definition, signs and symptoms, treatment options, prognosis for individuals diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome, and current research. Also note the list of organizations...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Henry Cavendish
Wikipedia offers biographical information on the British scientist Henry Cavendish (1731-1810), credited with having discovered hydrogen, which he described as "inflammable air."
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University of North Carolina: Autism Resources
A huge resource with information on autism, organizations, medical research, behavior modification, references, vocational rehabilitation, parent training, and more. Click on the US map for resources by state.
National Institutes of Health
Asperger Syndrome Fact Sheet
Provided is a complete description of Asperger Syndrome, including a definition, signs and symptoms, treatment options, prognosis for individuals diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome, and current research. Also, note the list of...
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Beverley Brenna: Wild Orchid Teaching Guide
Wild Orchid, a novel by Canadian author Beverley A. Brenna, is about the struggles of an adolescent girl with Asperger's Syndrome. This teaching guide has ideas for discussion and learning activities.
Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets: Autism and Asperger's
Here you'll find information on how to help children with ASD succeed in the K-3 classroom, books for children that feature characters on the spectrum, links to PBS autism awareness programming and resources, and much more.