1. The Origins and History of the TEACCH Program.- 2. Core Values of the TEACCH Program.- 3. The Culture of Autism.- 4. Structured Teaching.- 5. The Theoretical Context of Structured Teaching.- 6. Communication.- 7. Social Skills.- 8. Parents.- 9. Providing Diagnostic Information to Parents.- 10. Preschool Issues.- 11. Adult Services.- 12. Training Issues.
Dr. Gary B. Mesibov is currently the Director of Division
TEACCH. This internationally recognized statewide program is one of
a kind in its pioneering approaches to research, service, training,
treatment and the education of individuals with autism. Dr. Mesibov
also serves as Professor of Psychology, Department of Psychiatry,
and Clinical Professor, Department of Psychology.
From the reviews: "Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children (TEACCH) is a state wide system for assisting and supporting people with autism spectrum disorders and their families … . The TEACCH Approach to Autism Spectrum Disorders is an interesting book in that it provides a comprehensive overview of the approach. Educators and parents can acquire useful information … that will assist their effort to teach and deal with students with autism. The book provides specific intervention strategies for the parents of autistic children." (Fawzy Ebrahim, PsycCRITIQUES, Vol. 51 (8), 2006)
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