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• Definition of ASD

• Main events in the history of ASD

• Difference between DSM and IDEA diagnosis of ASD

• Possible causes of ASD

• Reason for the steep rise in the prevalence of autism

• Main characteristics of ASD

• Evidence based practices in ASD

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• Comprehensive assessment

• Standardized assessments

• Standardized assessments used in evaluating an individual with ASD

• Common terminologies used in interpreting test results

• Translating assessment information to meaningful interventions (video)

• Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program

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• Structured teaching

• EBPs (evidence based practices), fads and pseudoscientific treatments

• Importance of EBPs

• The 28 current EBPs

• Foundational EBPs

• Videos about some common EBPs

• Skills taught via different EBPs

• Meaning of self-determination

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• Definition of HFA

• Problems with HFA diagnosis

• Significance of difference in DSM vs IDEA definition of ASD for learners with HFA

• Characteristics of HFA

• EBPs for HFA

• Videos about some common EBPs

• Skills taught via different EBPs

• Mind blindness and Theory of Mind

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