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EDPD6016: Students with Autism and Complex Needs
2022 unit information
The education of students with autism and complex needs is an integral part of education. In recent years, a growing body of reliable and valid knowledge has emerged related to (a) the development of rigorous, relevant and engaging learning experiences for students with special education needs, (b) implementation of education programs using evidence-based instruction, and (c) the provision of positive behaviour support for students with special educational needs. Teachers need to be familiar with this literature, and acquire the skills that will give them the confidence to develop meaningful, individualised educational programs that meet the needs of students with autism and complex needs, and allow them to access the curriculum on the same basis as their peers. This unit of study aims to equip teachers with the knowledge, skills and confidence to address these important educational needs of students with autism and complex educational needs
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Education
| Code | EDPD6016 |
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| Academic unit | Education |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. demonstrate skills in the use of effective strategies for managing students who demonstrate high support needs, including sensory impairments
- LO2. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of ASD, with particular reference to social interaction, language and communication and the restricted, repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behaviour, interests, and activities of students with ASD
- LO3. discuss the major issues related to the inclusion of students with high support needs, sensory impairment, and ASD, with reference to and familiarity with recent research in the area
- LO4. demonstrate an understanding of the special health care, medical conditions, physical and ethical issues involved in educating students with high support needs
- LO5. analyse aspects of teaching and learning in light of the knowledge and understandings of the characteristics of students with ASD and of recent relevant research
- LO6. select appropriate technology and acquire skills for using technological supports in meeting the needs of students with high support needs, including students with sensory impairment
- LO7. demonstrate an awareness of appropriate teaching and learning and assessment strategies for students with a range of high support needs
- LO8. apply knowledge, skills and values in accordance with appropriate aims and outcomes of the University of Sydney Graduate Qualities.
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