Skip to product information
1 of 1

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Asperger Syndrome - What Teachers Need to Know Second Edition - 9781849052030

Asperger Syndrome - What Teachers Need to Know Second Edition - 9781849052030

sku: BK539

Regular price £11.99 GBP
Regular price Sale price £11.99 GBP
Sale Sold out
Tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.
Carbon-neutral shipping with Shopify Planet
Add {cost} to support groundbreaking carbon removal technologies.

As awareness and diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome (AS) increases across the globe, it is essential that every teacher in every classroom has a familiarity with the condition. This title provides a summary of information on Asperger Syndrome, describing the common characteristics to look out for.

View full details

As awareness and diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome (AS) increases across the globe, it is essential that every teacher in every classroom has a familiarity with the condition and understands how best to support AS students at their school. This fully revised and expanded second edition is the ideal resource to point teachers in the right direction. Concise and instantly accessible, this book gives a clear summary of up-to-date information on Asperger Syndrome, describing the common characteristics to look out for, and offering simple strategies for adapting to the educational needs of students with AS.

Packed with useful tips and practical advice, this guide answers key questions such as 'Am I qualified to teach this child?' and 'How can I help the pupil with AS to learn?' New material includes information for teaching older children and adolescents with AS, tips on what to do when problems arise, as well as suggestions for a whole-school approach to helping students with AS. This book is the perfect go-to guide for teachers, teaching assistants and those in school management who want to know more about Asperger Syndrome in the mainstream inclusive classroom.

About the Author

Matt Winter began his career as a teacher and private tutor where he gained extensive experience working with children with Asperger Syndrome and conducted significant research into supportive intervention techniques. Matt is also actively involved in charity work focused on youth development, support and education. He resides in Wellington, New Zealand. Clare Lawrence is a teacher, autism worker and mother of two children, one of whom has AS. She works closely with schools across the UK, exploring practical solutions for how to make education more accessible for children with AS. Clare lives in Peterborough, UK.

What other customers bought

Carbon-neutral shipping with Shopify Planet
Carbon-neutral shipping on all orders
52kg
shipping emissions removed
That's like...
133
miles driven by an average gasoline-powered car
We fund innovations in...
Direct Air Capture
Bio Oil
Mineralization