Best Practice Autism: Key Learnings of Autism Thought Leaders

?Dr. Wilkinson has created an outstanding blend of academic research and practical application in a text that is so clearly written it is a pleasure to read for professionals and parents alike. His book concisely illustrates best practices in screening, assessment, treatment and special education services. Through case examples of two children, he demonstrates how these best practices can be put into action. This book fills an important need that has existed for years. Dr. Wilkinson has created an indispensable resource that should definitely be in each school?s professional library.?

- Ally4Autism.com

"Overall, this book presents readers with an excellent overview of autism and Asperger syndrome. The author has expertly formatted the book and each chapter so that the reader is provided with an excellent resource of recent and relevant information pertaining to screening, formal assessment, and interventions with individuals in this population. The use of two case studies helps to highlight some of the information presented throughout the book. Although the majority of information will be useful from a clinical or psychological perspective and is representative primarily of the higher functioning end of the autism spectrum, it is believed that many school-based professionals will be able to make use of this excellent resource".

- Canadian Journal of School Psychology

?Dr. Wilkinson?s guide to ASD assessment and intervention is a breath of fresh air for every busy clinician. His book allows for quick information and relevant examples without sacrificing content or language. The summary of assessment tools is a great reminder to clinicians that don?t specialize in this population. Likewise, the example evaluation reports serve as a great teaching tool for the non-diagnostician. The appendices and glossary are a great consultation tool that I have already found myself using with both parents and educators. I enjoyed reading Dr. Wilkinson?s book and will happily recommend it to many of my colleagues.?

- Sarah Prevelige, EdD, Director, Special Education Consultants of MA, LLC

?The uses and limitations of a variety of methods from psychometrics to observational assessments are clearly presented. Case studies give the reader exemplars of a range of assessments and the implications for learning in a highly readable way. Key issues are provided in summary boxes. Interventions include a detailed guide to promote skills in self-monitoring in the learner. In summary, this is an accessible book, of benefit to all those involved in the assessment and support of students with ASD.?

- Educational Psychology in Practice

"An indispensable resource guide for school psychologists, special educators, speech/language pathologists, and all school professionals who work with students on the autism spectrum."

-Ralph (Gene) Cash, PhD, NCSP, Past President, National Association of School Psychologists

"This is a very important book...a landmark contribution destined to become a classic in the field of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs)."

-Diane Twachtman-Cullen, PhD, CCC-SLP, Editor-in-Chief, Autism Spectrum Quarterly

"School district administrators, attorneys, educators, and psychologists will want to have this guide available to them as a resource on 'best practices' in the field of ASD."

-Diane Adreon, Associate Director, University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University center for Autism and Related Disabilities (UM-NSU CARD)

"This impressive contribution to the literature on autism and Asperger syndrome is really several reference books in one, providing detailed and expert discussion of key aspects of best practice on screening, assessment, and intervention.

-Richard Mills, Director of Research, National Autistic Society (NAS), United Kingdom

"This book provides a complete source for parents, educators, researchers and clinicians seeking information related to assessment and interventions available for individuals (mostly children) diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Parents will benefit from reading this book as it exposes variety of issues to consider when seeking assessment and treatment for their children."

-Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

"A Best Practice Guide...is certain to be used widely as a reference tool on the desks of school psychologists, speech/language therapists, special educators, and other school-based support professionals."

-Angelo J. DeSimone, EdD, NCSP, Lead School Psychologist, Palm Beach County Schools

Source: http://bestpracticeautism.blogspot.com/2012/08/key-learnings-of-autism-thought-leaders.html

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