Seven keys to an effective autism education program

Autism incidences have increased 70 percent since 2002, research suggests

With incidences of reported autism increasing exponentially, educators are struggling to accommodate the needs of this growing population of students. But some key steps, including individualized assessments and data tracking, can help schools create effective programs for students with autism, one expert says.

During a recent webinar, Jamie Pagliaro, executive vice president of Rethink Autism and founding executive director of the New York Center for Autism Charter School, gave schools valuable advice for teaching students with autism.

"Key Components of an Effective School-Based Autism Program" identified seven important steps that researchers and practitioners agree are necessary to provide effectual support for autistic students:

By Jenna Zwang, Assistant Editor

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