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Aspergers : Definition and Strategies


ASPERGER’S SYNDROME – information and guidance 

     

Asperger’s syndrome falls within the autistic spectrum.
 
Typical Problems
 
-     interpretation of humour                                                                          
-     may be clumsy or have poor physical and visual motor skills                 
-     may have difficulty separating reality from fantasy
-     may be sensitive to loud noises
-     will invariable be upset by change of routine
 
The following problems may occur in class  
 
§ difficulty blocking out distractions
§ poor personal organisation
§ inability to work in groups
§ accepting correction
§ poor handwriting
§ taking class direction
§ speaking out of turn
§ lack of appropriate eye contact
 
Some Strategies
 
-     positioning of pupil’s desk to avoid distraction                                         
-     when possible, explain changes in routine                                                 
-     skills learned in one subject may not be transferred to another                  
-     shouting is NOT an effective strategy                                                       
 -    have a personal timetable
-     keep language simple
-     keep the tone of your voice even
-     the pupil may be slow to finish work; allow extra time
-     if all else fails “have a sense of humour”
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