TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: A New Way to Diagnose Autism
Early diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder can improve the lives of everyone affected, but the complex network of causes make it incredibly difficult to predict. Ami Klin describes a new early detection method that uses eye-tracking...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: The World Needs All Kinds of Minds
Temple Grandin, diagnosed with autism as a child, talks about how her mind works- sharing her ability to "think in pictures," which helps her solve problems that neurotypical brains might miss. She makes the case that the world needs...
Other
Do2learn.com: The Feelings Game
For this game, you are presented with several photographs and must choose the facial expression that matches the feeling you are given.
PBS
Pbs Newshour Extra: Latest Research Holds Clues to Causes of Autism
Many children are being diagnosed with autism. This short but informative article provides information on the causes of autism as well as the treatment that can improve the quality of life.
Other
Autistics.org: Autism Information Library: Autism? What Is It?
Page presents general information about Autism. Links to further information about autism.
Other
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.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Autism
Article explaining what autism is, what we know about its causes, how it is treated, and its impact on people's lives.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Autism
People with autism can often feel isolated or somewhat helpless. This site provides background information about this condition, treatments, behaviors it illicits, and ways in which people cope with it. Links to related sites are...
Healthline Media
Medical News Today: Early Intervention Very Effective for Toddlers With Autism
A 5-year study from the University of Washington explains its findings of intervention for toddlers with Autism. Improvements in IQ, social interaction and language ability were discovered.
About Kids Health
About Kids Health: Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder
Library article on Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) with emphasis on symptoms, causes, treatment, future outlook, and support services.
Other
Chiropractic Research Results for Different Conditions
Did you know that through the manipulation of the spine people receive some relief from serious conditions such as Autism, Cancer, and Ulcers? This site provides of list of such ailments and connects the user to articles relating the...
CommonLit
Common Lit: "How Autism Freed Me to Be Myself" by Rosie King
A learning module that begins with "How Autism Freed Me to Be Myself" by Rosie King, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through...
CommonLit
Common Lit: "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime" by Mark Haddon
Christopher Boone sets out to investigate the suspicious death of his neighbor's dog but discovers more about his own family mysteries. Along the way, readers learn about the complex beauty of autistic thinkers. Selected (6) reading...
Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets: Students With Autism: 10 Ideas for Inclusive Classrooms
Students with autism may have unique needs with learning, social skills, and communication. These ten simple ideas will help teachers address some of these needs and provide guidance for bringing out the best in learners with autism.
ThoughtCo
Thought Co.: Proxemics: Help Children Understand Personal Space
Numerous strategies are provided to help students understand the concept of personal space.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Somatosensory Effects, Temple Grandin's Squeeze Box
Read the passage "Somatosensory Effects, Temple Grandin's Squeeze Box" and complete the related five-question quiz.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Nclex Rn Questions on Neurodevelopment Disorders 1
This is a 10-question quiz to prepare for NCLEX-RN on neurodevelopment disorders.
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.
WebMD
Web Md: Autism Spectrum Disorders Health Center
The term "pervasive developmental disorders," also called PDDs, refers to a group of conditions that involve delays in the development of many basic skills. Most notable among them are the ability to socialize with others, to...
Other
Autism Society of America
This site provides links to information about autism. General information as well as specific resources for various states can be found.
Other
Autism Society of America
This site provides links to information about autism. General information as well as specific resources for various states can be found.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Nervous System Health and Disorders
This lesson will discuss nervous system disorders and their causes.
Curated OER
Outline of a Boy
This BBC article offers information on autism, beginning with the assertion that "Research suggests levels of autism have increased by ten-fold over the last decade. But nobody really knows why..."