something vague Report post Posted August 17, 2006 Hi everyone, I'm writing an essay which asks me to analyse my work setting in relation to its 'autism friendliness'. I've got lots of info and know what i want to say. Just been trying to put it into words for 2 whole weeks now - the world's greatest procrastinator thats me Anyway I decided that i'd define autism friendliness, cant find any good refs so thought I'd ask you lot what you consider it means. Or am I just procrastinating again SV Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bullet Report post Posted August 17, 2006 Do you mean autistic people being friendly or positive attitudes towards autistic people? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
something vague Report post Posted August 17, 2006 Hi Bullet, Sorry, I didnt explain myself very well I meant as in 'autism-friendly environment' or 'autism-friendly teaching' I'm just trying to define the term and all I can come up with is that it means comfortable for autistic people or when talking about actual environments, places where an autistic person doesn't feel that there is a barrier to learning / development or enjoyment. I was just wondering what other people would consider autism-friendly means. SV Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
helenl53 Report post Posted August 17, 2006 SV - tut, tut, tut - are you telling me that you haven't sent in your portfolio yet? You will not get the class swot cap I had this weekend set aside for it but realised the motogp is on so once again, I will be procrastinating (ie drinking beer and watching telly). Love HelenL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
something vague Report post Posted August 17, 2006 SV - tut, tut, tut - are you telling me that you haven't sent in your portfolio yet? You will not get the class swot cap I had this weekend set aside for it but realised the motogp is on so once again, I will be procrastinating (ie drinking beer and watching telly). Love HelenL Hen, I cant get past the introduction because I decided that I needed to put in a definition, silly really cos its self explanitary I suppose. I've got a brilliant plan for the rest of the essay but just cant get started . I promised I'd get it done before this weekend so that I can spend two weeks with the family before I go back to work. I just thought someone on here might come up with the right words for me - the right 3000 words Good luck SV Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CarerQuie Report post Posted August 17, 2006 Why don't you carry on with the rest of the essay and sort your introduction out at the end?The body of the essay might well help you to determine the best way to introduce/define the subject.xx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
something vague Report post Posted August 17, 2006 Why don't you carry on with the rest of the essay and sort your introduction out at the end?The body of the essay might well help you to determine the best way to introduce/define the subject.xx Thanks CarerQuie, You obviously don't have the mind of a procrastinator I have thought about that and its probly what i'll ultimately do - after a cup of tea perhaps SV Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
helenl53 Report post Posted August 17, 2006 and a biscuit - oh and then there will be the floor to sweep - and then Celebrity Love Island will be on - and then - oh well there is always tomorrow SV - you are doing 5A - I am doing 5b but if I get anywhere near, then I will send mine to you. Did you remember to do spider diagrams Love Hen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jen Report post Posted August 17, 2006 Before you define ASD friendliness you need to state what ASD is and how it is so variable then you can go on to say that the majority of things which are conductive to ASD children also help normal child learn. Discribe environment etc. Jen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kazzen161 Report post Posted August 17, 2006 Willingness to make adjustments and reasonable allowances based on an understanding of asd? What does the dda say? I would also suggest writing the main part of the essay first. Karen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UltraMum Report post Posted August 17, 2006 Why don't you carry on with the rest of the essay and sort your introduction out at the end?The body of the essay might well help you to determine the best way to introduce/define the subject.xx That's what I was going to say - most of my uni stuff was done by doing the intro last! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
helenl53 Report post Posted August 17, 2006 SV is hoping some one will take pity and ghost write her portfolio We've got you sussed SV Love Hen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
something vague Report post Posted August 17, 2006 SV is hoping some one will take pity and ghost write her portfolio We've got you sussed SV Love Hen Any offers?? Seriously, thanks for all suggestions. I always have a battle with myself before I actually get started properly. Maybe I should start with a full stop and work back from there. And now I really must go and have a bath - maybe then i'll be ready to start SV Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UltraMum Report post Posted August 17, 2006 Hi everyone, I'm writing an essay which asks me to analyse my work setting in relation to its 'autism friendliness'. I've got lots of info and know what i want to say. Just been trying to put it into words for 2 whole weeks now - the world's greatest procrastinator thats me Anyway I decided that i'd define autism friendliness, cant find any good refs so thought I'd ask you lot what you consider it means. Or am I just procrastinating again SV Hope you enjoyed the bath - here's some refs: Luke Beardon Autism Projects ? A Successful Model (Date unknown) Available at http://members.tripod.com/trainland/luke.htm The following paragraph is right near the bottom ... The consultation process highlighted the work completed by the project around autism service development as one of the most tangible and useful roles that it had played. It was clear that the developments were twofold, and that both components had equal worth. Both areas of development were concerned with autism ? one area covered 'autism-specific' services, the other 'autism-friendly' services. The project argued very strongly that all individuals with an autistic spectrum disorder who needed access to a direct service would be in need of an 'autism-friendly' service at the very least, and some would need access to an 'autism-specific' service. The term 'autism-friendly' was coined to describe those services who were autism aware, and who could recognise when an individual need was also a need relating to the autism. These services could capably provide for many individuals with autism, and many of the generic services developed autism-friendliness over the life of the project. 'Autism-specific' services, on the other hand, are described as those services providing only for individuals on the spectrum, whose staff all have specific training around autism and who are experienced in working with this group. The consultation showed that both autism-friendly services and autism-specific services were necessary to provide a full and appropriate range of provision. And then there's this blog entry about a thesis on 'autism friendly' websites http://www.jurriaanpersyn.com/thesis/ as well as an excerpt from the intro to the thesis http://www.jurriaanpersyn.com/archives/200...and-guidelines/ No more excuses now - get on with it SV! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UltraMum Report post Posted August 17, 2006 There's also a ppt from AWARES here with some stuff on it: http://www.awares.org/pkgs_files/librarydoc_529.ppt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
something vague Report post Posted August 17, 2006 Oh thanks Mother Eve, Those refs are really useful. So i reckon my work place is classed as autism specific and autism friendly - its a unit attached to a school. I'm not going to bed till I've got this whipped into shape. I've skipped the intro and I'm actually getting somewhere now. Thanks again. I think that you deserve some more bunnies for your boy Oh i love bunnies, I do Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bullet Report post Posted August 17, 2006 Sorry, I've just got back to the computer . Ok, this is what I'd like for Tom when he starts school: Visual prompts to start with and later on step by step instructions written down. The teacher checking he's heard and processed everything, especially if other pupils have been talking or making a noise. Understanding that being quiet and withdrawn does not mean being ignorant or rude. Waiting for him to reply or process instructions rather than rushing him through things. Giving him the chance to sign or write things down if the words get stuck in his head (if he's communicating verbally by then). Acknowledging his strengths and not pushing him to join in with group activities. Keeping an eye out for him and not making excuses for him if he doesn't think they're needed, but working with him and supporting him. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UltraMum Report post Posted August 17, 2006 I think that you deserve some more bunnies for your boy Oh i love bunnies, I do Thanks SV - I'll show him in the morning We're about to get a dog ... from a rescue centre - J is sooooo happy http://www.mayflowersanctuary.com/DOGS%20FOR%20REHOMING.HTM Third one down on the right - Max We're off to Newcastle tomorrow to visit the in-laws for a few days - Bliss ...I usually get a lie in when we're there - hope the essay writing goes ok Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
something vague Report post Posted August 17, 2006 Bullet, Thanks for the input, I hope you get the support you describe for Tom, it sounds ideal. What I get from your post is - the need for individually tailored education and keep assessing for progression - visual prompts to written word etc. Thanks Mother Eve, I was doing ok with the essay until I followed the link to the doggies. Max is lovely BTW, I used to have a dog very similar, he looks like he's got a little bit of Staffie in him. They are a very faithful breed. And if your coming up north you could write my essay for me instead of having a lie in SV Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest hallyscomet Report post Posted August 19, 2006 (edited) Any offers?? Seriously, thanks for all suggestions. I always have a battle with myself before I actually get started properly. Maybe I should start with a full stop and work back from there. And now I really must go and have a bath - maybe then i'll be ready to start SV This is a great way to start One thing my sons college had to do was have a meeting with my son and talk to him as they didnt understand his world, he had so many problems going to college, in the end pulled out for a year finally, they realised they had to come up with an ASD friendly approach, or my son would never get an education; as he simply couldnt cope. They decided they would do all the things that Bullet pointed out. Along with that, he was aloud to bring Head Phones as he hated ear plugs and listen to music, to help him with his sensory problems. They have placed him in a part of the room that has less distractions. If he is feeling overloaded he is able to go into a room to watch a video or listen to music, a quiet subdued room, a sensory room I would call it, to help him calm down. Hope this helps. H. Edited August 19, 2006 by hallyscomet Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
