Abstract Use of color coded behavior charts to encourage social skills with a developmental and behavioral disordered child: An exploratory study By Alexis Olson Master of Social Work Purpose: To explore the use of color coded behavior charts to encou . . .

Middle school is a crucial time for students, as it can have a significant impact on long term academic success. A successful transition from elementary to middle school increases the likelihood that a student will experience success. For students wit . . .

Abstract Overhand Throwing in Young Adults With ASD By Keely Ahrold Master of Science in Kinesiology, Adapted Physical Activity Proficient overhand throwing is an important skill necessary to participate in many organized sports and recreational activ . . .

The purpose of this researcher's project is the effectiveness of social skills group in elementary school-aged children in a classroom setting. It is hypothesized by the researcher that the social skills group will have a positive effect on the studen . . .

Transitioning from high-school into college and/or the workforce can be extremely challenging for individuals on the autism spectrum as well as their families and teachers. Although some young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) do achieve inde . . .

Families often do not know what to expect when learning of the fact that one of their immediate family members has been diagnosed with Autism. Autism affects the immediate family dynamics the most, and learning how to appropriately cope with a child w . . .

Despite the fact that autism awareness has improved in the last century, many educators, service providers, and parents have limited resources that help them educate and assist individuals who have this disability. The objective for this graduate proj . . .

The purpose of this project is to acknowledge the kinds of social struggles that adolescents who have been diagnosed with highly functioning autism disorders face and the kinds of approaches that have been utilized in the past to help them develop bet . . .

Transitioning from high school to college and careers is difficult for many students but presents unique challenges to students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). College completion and employment rates are significantly lower for students with ASD . . .

Purpose: An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a legal document written by educators, school administrators, and related services personnel who have assessed and outlined a child with disability's competency levels, eligibility for special educ . . .