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NEW COURSE:
UNIT TITLE: An Introduction to Autistic Spectrum Condition (Including Asperger's Syndrome)
LEVEL: 2
CREDIT VALUE: 1
UNIT CODE: 2-GB6-039
This unit has 8 learning outcomes
| LEARNING OUTCOMES |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| The Learner should be able to: |
The Learner can |
| 1. Recognise the main characteristics of behaviour for people with Autistcic spectrum Condition |
1.1 Describe an individual who they've met who had some characteristics of Autistic Spectrum Condition |
| 2. Understand the Triad of Impairment |
2.1 Order statements describing behaviours into three categories of the Triad |
| 3. Compare different individuals with Autistic Spectrum Condition in order to appreciate the range of the Spectrum |
3.1 Analyse different individuals with Autistic Spectrum Condition to appreciate the range of the Spectrum |
| 4. Appreciate the particular differences of using and understanding language with people with Autistic Spectrum Condition |
4.1 Describe some of the abstract language used in every day conversation and understand its impact on people with Autistic Spectrum Condition |
| 5. Understand the need to back up spoken language visually, to help people understand |
5.1 Examine different visual systems and supports |
| 6. Appreciate the importance or routineand predictability in the lives of people with Autistic Spectrum Condition |
6.1 Describe ways of helping people with change and transition |
| 7 Understand the complexity of social interaction |
7.1 Describe how they could support somebody in social interaction situations |
| 8. Appreciate the sensory differences of people with Autistic Spectrum Condition |
8.1 Evaluate the environment in which they work with regard to sensory differences |
Unit Specification Part 2, Assessment Arrangements
| Outline of Unit Content |
| To provide a basic understanding of Autistic Spectrum Conditions and learn some strategies to support those on the Spectrum |
| Outline of Proposed Learning Activities/Approach to Delivery |
| A mix lecture, whole group, small group, discussion, feedback and activities |
| Outline of Resources/ Bibliography (as appropriate) |
| Supporting notes provided |
| Assessment Methods/Tasks |
Assessment Evidence for each Learning Outcome |
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Questionnaire
Group Exercise
Individual Exercise
Interactive Activity Exercise/ Role Play |
LO1,LO3,LO8
LO2,LO7
LO5,LO6
LO4 |
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