In Scott Schneider's article, "Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder," featured in Academic Leader, Scott discusses the fastest-growing developmental disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder. The number of college students with an ASD diagnoses is higher than it's ever been and continues to grow. The disability accommodations process triggered by such a diagnosis is unique and will continue to present challenges to professors and administrators.
Scott covers the following topics:
- What is autism spectrum disorder?
- What are the legal obligations?
- Getting practical
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