What is Aspergers Syndrome? Aspergers Syndrome is a neurological disorder that affects 1 in 250 people in Australia.Click here for more information. The implications for the classroom Children with Aspergers present a real challenge for schools and classroom teachers. Click here for more information. Education plans Click here for more information. Top tips for teachers Click here for more information.
This website has been produced by Priscilla Crighton, Graduate Diploma in Learning and Teaching student at CQUniversity, for the purpose of an assignment into diversity in the classroom. All photos are royality-free file images. All subjects are models and are not persons with Aspergers Syndrome or real teaching staff. The video has been made with the permission of the persons involved for the purpose of educating teachers and other parents about Aspergers Syndrome. |
A Parent's Perspective: A case study
Here is an interview with Central Queensland parents Andrew and Jackie Crighton about their journey with their 12-year-old son Sam. Sam was diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome 4 years ago. They talk about Sam's Aspergers traits, their decision to get a diagnosis and the wonderful support they have received from teachers, learning support aides and the community. This 3-part video is vital viewing for teachers as it allows them to understand what parents face when their child is different. Teachers can learn a lot from parents about how to engage the learner. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 |
