Decoding Autism and Leading the Way to Successful Inclusion

More students on the autism spectrum are taught in general education settings today than ever before, bringing an array of strengths and skills that add intriguing new dimensions to educational programs. But these students also present challenges that are broader, deeper, and more intractable than those of their typically developing peers. Because reaching and teaching students on the autism spectrum in an inclusive environment complicates the work of teachers, school and district administr...