Autism

Marissa learns that pointing means making a choice.

Marissa uses a variety of prompts to teach Dre to make a choice between two snack items.

Teachers work to problem solve a student's behavior during snack time by making changes to his visual choice board.

Norma uses wait time and prompting to support a student who is learning to verbally make choices.

Arrivals can be difficult, but the use of visuals and reinforcement may make this routine easier and less stressful.

Arrivals can be difficult, but the use of an arrival routine and visual strategies can support the transition to the classroom.

Download this helpful guidance document developed by TEA and the Texas Statewide Leadership for Autism Training network that explains the eleven strategies required for annual consideration as part of the Autism Supplement.