Foreword; Preface; Acknowledgments; Contents; 1 Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Technology; 1.1 Introduction; 1.1.1 Dominant Theories in ASD ; 1.1.2 Theory of Mind; 1.1.3 Executive Dysfunction; 1.1.4 Weak Central Coherence; 1.2 Characteristics of Individuals with ASD; 1.2.1 Perseveration; 1.2.2 Sensory Challenges and Motor Skills; 1.2.2.1 Motor Skill Planning and Execution; 1.2.3 Expressive, Receptive, and Pragmatic Language Challenges; 1.2.4 Social Skills Deficits; 1.2.5 Problems with Working Memory; 1.2.6 Linear Execution ; 1.2.7 Stereotypical Behavior; 1.2.8 Lack of Academic Motivation

1.2.9 Problems with Reading Comprehension1.3 Technology and ASD; 1.4 Summary; 1.5 Discussion Points; 2 Strategies for Supporting Students with ASD; 2.1 Introduction; 2.1.1 Understanding ASD ; 2.1.2 Perfectionist Tendencies; 2.1.3 Self-stimulatory Behavior; 2.1.4 Delayed Echolalia; 2.1.5 Meltdowns and Their Meaning; 2.1.6 Facilitating Positive Social Interaction; 2.1.7 Securing Compliance; 2.2 Getting Qualified Support; 2.2.1 Voting People off the Island; 2.2.2 Sensory Issues; 2.2.2.1 Case Example 1; 2.2.3 Using Direct Language; 2.2.4 Using Positive Reinforcement

2.2.5 Gaining the Learner's Attention2.2.6 Understanding the Theories that Attempt to Explain ASD; 2.2.6.1 Case Example 2; 2.2.7 Learning to Handle Non-preferred Activities; 2.2.7.1 Case Example 3; 2.3 Applications of Technology; 2.4 Summary; 2.5 Discussion Points; 3 Family Issues in ASD; 3.1 Introduction; 3.1.1 Increased Stress; 3.1.2 Educational Challenges; 3.1.3 The Future; 3.1.4 Sibling Issues; 3.1.5 Parental Involvement in Educational and Therapy Programs; 3.1.6 Behavior of the Child with ASD; 3.2 Use of Technology; 3.3 Summary; 3.4 Discussions Points; 4 Technology-Created Visual Support

4.1 Introduction4.1.1 Examples of Worksheets Created with Applications Software for Learners with ASD; 4.1.2 Summary; 4.1.3 Discussion Points; 5 Technologies to Facilitate Communication, Social Skill Development, Diagnostic Reporting, and Learning; 5.1 Introduction; 5.1.1 Applications of Video-Modeling; 5.2 Augmentative and Alternative Communication; 5.3 Robotics; 5.4 Virtual Reality; 5.5 TelepracticeTeletherapy; 5.6 Video Games; 5.7 Summary; 5.8 Discussion Points; 6 The Need for Support, Learning Environments, and Technology Use; 6.1 Introduction; 6.1.1 Problems in ASD that Require Support

6.2 Learning Environments in ASD 6.3 The Use of Technologies in ASD ; 6.4 Summary; 6.5 Discussion Points; Appendix A Practical Tips for Assisting Learners with ASD; Appendix B Chapter Resources; References; Index