Schools
A Basic Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders
Jennifer Hoheisel is an associate professor at Camden County College and she is a parent of a child with autism. She is currently the President of the Board of Parents of Autistic Children Together (PACT). This lecture provides an overview of the symptoms and behaviors commonly exhibited by individuals with autism, Asperger syndrome or Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD). Emphasis will be on understanding the strengths and challenges for these students and on equipping teachers with curricula and strategies to meet some of the educational needs of these individuals. This is a very general session that introduces autism and provides a few “take home” strategies for teachers. Appropriate for: teachers, social workers, school nurses, family and friends of persons with autism, PDD or Asperger syndrome. Sponsored by the Center for Civic Leadership and Responsibility.
Location: Civic Hall, inside the Connector Building, Blackwood Campus