Last modified: 25 Sep 2019 09:58
This course explores the links between the diagnostic criteria for autism (difficulties with social communication, social interaction, flexibility of thought & sensory integration) and behaviour. We critically explore positive, evidence-based approaches to identifying solutions. We also critically examine the links between the national strategy for autism, theory and practice and the meaning of the notion of the ‘autism friendly workplace’. Students are introduced to strategies for reflecting critically upon workplace provision via structured auditing and action planning for change.
| Study Type | Postgraduate | Level | 5 |
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| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 30 credits (15 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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This course aims to give participants an understanding of the behaviours demonstrated by individuals on the autism spectrum and equip them with a variety of strategies and approaches to support these learners.
Topics will include: - Constructions of behaviour
- Impacts of contexts and values
- Theories and perspectives
- Using the autism lens
- Avoidance and prevention of challenging behaviour
- Approaches to functional analysis
- Crisis management
- Risk assessment
- Developing collaborative approaches
- Conducting effective audits of provision
- Action planning for change
The teaching for this course is taught in 2 blocks of 3 days of face to face teaching on campus.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 100 | |
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| Assessment Weeks | Feedback Weeks | |||
| Feedback | Word Count | 6000 | ||
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| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 100 | |
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| Assessment Weeks | 38 | Feedback Weeks | 41 | |
| Feedback | Word Count | 6000 | ||
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There are no assessments for this course.
| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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| Procedural | Analyse | Identify and analyse the behaviours of an individual with autism that challenge self and others |
| Procedural | Create | Collaboratively plan and implement an intervention by applying theory to practice |
| Conceptual | Create | Demonstrate leadership by disseminating good practice and supporting change in the wider work place |
| Reflection | Evaluate | Reflect critically on current research and literature |
| Conceptual | Evaluate | Critically evaluate autism practice in the workplace and plan for change |
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