Technology+for+ASD

=Technology for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder =

This site is an evolving collection of technology resources that support students with ASD. Please use these resources with your students.

 * ===Link to an excellent resource put out by the Wisconsin Assistive Technology Initiative - Assistive Technology Supports for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. ===
 * ===@Free Technology Resources ===
 * ===Commercial Technology Resources ===
 * ===Miscellaneous Technology Resources ===
 * ===Apps for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders V.1 ===
 * ===Apps for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders V.2 ===


 * App Suggestions for Elementary Age Children **

Guiding Principles, based upon a strength model, can be found in the following books:
=== === ===1. Just Give Him the Whale!: 20 Ways to Use Fascinations, Areas of Expertise, and Strengths to Support Students with Autism by Paula Kluth and Patrick Schwarz === Highlights strategies that reframe "obsessions" as areas of strength, as positive instructional tools that calm, engage and facilitate learning.

=== === ===<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">2. Visual Strategies for Improving Communication: === ===<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Practical Supports for School and <span class="GINGER_SOFATWARE_correct">Home<span class="GINGER_SOFTWARE_mark">by Linda Hodgdon === <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Highlights strategies that build upon the visual strengths of learners with ASD.