Good Autism Practice for Teachers by Karen Watson

Good Autism Practice for Teachers by Karen Watson

Find out more about inclusive teaching with Good Autism Practice for Teachers, a well-regarded guide that equips educators with practical, evidence-informed strategies to support neurodivergent learners. Whether you're a seasoned teacher or a trainee, including SENCOs, this book is your key to transforming your classroom.

Explore the theory around autism, delving into topics such as;

• procedural /semantic memory,
• executive functioning,
• expressive/receptive language,
• sensory integration,
• behaviour as communication, and
• the importance of emotional literacy, co-regulation and resilience.

Packed with plenty of actionable advice you can incorporate into your everyday teaching, and high-quality strategies designed to foster positive relationships, enhance teaching and optimise learning outcomes.

Good Autism Practice for Teachers isn't about prescribing one-size-fits-all solutions; it's about empowering you to make informed decisions tailored to your unique class and students.

Karen Watson, an expert in inclusive education, shares the latest research and insights, allowing you to develop your professional judgment.

The book moves away from labels and champions good inclusion practice, a spectrum of needs in both mainstream primary and secondary education. Get ready to create an inclusive classroom that celebrates diversity and brings out the best in every student.

This is a well-structured text, with useful images / visuals to support deeper understanding and with many examples of best practiceEach chapter includes key points, reflective questions and information on further reading and associated references. 

The chapter on ‘Change the Language’, is typical of the book’s format, in the ways in which, for example, Watson carefully explains the power of language and the need for all adults to be vigilant in challenging inappropriate language choices and respecting the needs of the autistic community. 

This is a very accessible book and I can see that it will become well-used and often referred to, as Watson hopes.

-- Mary Mountstephen, SEN magazine

Watson, Karen: - Karen Watson is an artist, illustrator and visual effects compositor living on the stunning west coast of British Columbia. Since graduating from film school in 1999, She has worked as an artist in the film and television industry, run her own greeting card company, Blue Belle design, and was the curator for a local art gallery. In pursuit of a balance between her passion for digital and textile creativity, in 2006 she jumped down the rabbit hole to pursue the art of illustration. The opportunity to study and understand light, colour and composition, gave her the skills and the eye to create illustrations using the organically beautiful medium of water colours. Karen's whimsical, fairytale style lends itself well to children's books, with the goal to delight both children and adults with illustrations that tell a story through attention to detail and design. Karen feels fortunate to be working as both an illustrator and an awards nominated digital compositor in visual effects. She is a proud member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, inspiring young minds to read. You can find her illustrations at Karenwatson.com and a list of her film work on IMBD.

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ISBN 13	9781914171475
ISBN 10	1914171470
Title	Good Autism Practice for Teachers
Author	Karen Watson
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Critical Publishing Ltd
Year published	2022-03-15
Number of pages	160
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.