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Videos 

These are videos about supporting Autistic students in the classroom. 

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Autism spectrum tips for teachers by nip it in the bud

This video includes seven tips to help teachers create a successful classroom environment for autistic students. With the tips they explain how they can be used in the classroom.

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Common teaching mistakes to avoid with children with autism by Dr. Mary Barbra – turn autism around

This video is an interview style where the guest explains different mistakes they have seen while observing classrooms with autistic students. They also include what can help the student.

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Helping children with autism succeed in a general ed classroom by reading rockets 

This video is useful if you are looking for people who want to learn about how using a communication tablet works. It also includes some apps that are frequently used. They also explain the importance of responding to the expressed want or need. The video also explains how there are not a lot of fundamental skills needed to communicate using a tablet.

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Autism calming strategies by Wandsworth local offer

This video is from an expert on how to use calming strategies. These strategies also are explained in their use.

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4 ways to prevent problem behaviors by the autism helper 

This video is about different ways to keep children on the spectrum in a calm and safe environment. They also offer different ways to create behavior management tools and how they can be used. 

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Increase autism classroom engagement through whole group instruction by the autism helper

This video is an insight into creating whole group participation during instructional time. This video is geared towards special ed classrooms but the strategies could be used in general ed classrooms. 

Academic Papers

Published papers regarding Austin students in general classrooms

Factors Influencing the Selection and Use of Strategies to Support Students with Autism in the Classroom
By Rhylee Sulek, David Trembath, Jessica Paynter, and Deb Keen

This paper is about how much teachers know about autism and their experience with teaching autistic children. This paper is a study focused on teachers experiences and training that they have had in relation to autism. Good for looking for ways to study and learn about autism. This study gives readers an understanding of different information they need to know. It includes different strategies each teacher has found effective and good to use.

Designing motion-based activities to engage students with autism in classroom setting

By Arpita Bhattacharya, Mirko Gelsomini, Patrica Pérez-Fuster, Gregory Abowd, and Agata Rozga

This study starts with a description of what they were trying to figure out. They then go into detail about the different elements that went into their study. At the end they discuss how to incorporate autistic individuals into physical activities. They then break down each of the areas that need to be considered when autistic individuals are being put into motion-based activities. Gives great instructions and ways to implement their findings.

Classroom Design for Children with an Autism Spectrum
by Barbara Uherek-Bradecka

This is a paper that goes through the need for certain conditions of a classroom to allow for a stable environment for autistic students. It is insightful into the things that are needed. They also give clear directions that can be followed even in pre-meditated classrooms. Give information that has been found to work with autistic students.

General education teachers’ perceptions of autism, inclusive practices, and relationship building strategies
By Yasamin Bolourian, Ainsley Losh, Narmene Hamsho, Abbey Eisenhower, and Jan Blacher

This is a great paper to get an understanding of different techniques that teachers have used over the years. This also gives the unique perspective each of them had with their autistic students. The introduction starts with information about autistic students in general education classrooms. They then talk about autistic students in inclusive classrooms. Afterwards they discuss the different parts that made up their study. They then put their results into tables and explain the results. They included the teachers' opinions and what they had worked for them. Each area is broken down into subcategories making it easy to read.

Teacher education and confidence regarding autism of specialist primary school teachers
By Danielle LaFrance and Caio Miguel

This is part of a textbook. This is useful when wondering how to teach autistic children the basics of verbal behavior. It includes topics like operants and developing basic communication skills. It also includes many resources that can be useful in further research.

Teacher education and confidence regarding autism of specialist primary school teachers
By Natalija Lisak Šegota, I. Lessner Lištiaková, J. Stošić, J. Kossewska, J. Troshanska, A. Petkovska Nikolovska, T. Cierpiałowska, and  D. Preece

This is a study about how much teachers know about autism and how confident they feel with teaching autistic students. This is focused in Croatia, North Macedonia, and Poland. However, this study shows important information about the need for teachers to know about autism when they are teaching autistic students.

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