Asperger's Syndrome in Learners

Paper Summary:

The paper describes the characteristics of individuals with Asperger's syndrome and their difficulties and achievements in the educational setting. The paper looks at the origins and evaluation of this disorder and explores the strategies and interventions educators have developed and implemented in the classroom.

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Description
Measurement/Evaluation
Instructional Strategies and Interventions for AS Learners

From the Paper:

"Asperger's Syndrome or disorder has been classified as a sub-type of autism, characterized mainly by social ineptness and unusual cognitive capabilities (Atwood 2006). It was first observed by Hans Asperger, a Viennese pediatrician, in 1944 with some of his patients. But he was unable to aptly describe the condition. In the mid 40s, the psychological study of childhood became more recognized as an area of science in Europe and America. For want of an adequate description, he suggested the term autistische psychopathen. But this description would make it a mental illness like schizophrenia, which it was not. It was then suggested that the syndrome be applied to one who thinks and perceives the world in a different way from that of others."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Atwood, T. (2006). Asperger's Syndrome. 12 pages. Tizard Learning Disability Review: Pavilion Publishing (Brighton) Ltd
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