Education formally is a social science that encompasses teaching and learning specific knowledge, beliefs, and skills. Good teachers in a given field use a variety of methods and materials in order to impart a knowledge of a curriculum to the students. Informally, teaching is the process of learning how things work including numbers, reading and language that are taught by parents and other members of the student's culture. There has been a plethora of journals, magazines, books, and digests in the field of education that addresses these areas. Such literature addresses the teaching practices, with subjects that include lectures, game playing, testing, scheduling, record keeping, bullying, seating arrangements, interests, motivation, and computer access. However, the most important factors in any teacher's effectiveness is the interaction with students and the knowledge and personality of the teacher. The best teachers are able to translate knowledge of a subject, good judgment, experience, and wisdom into a significant knowledge of a subject that is understood and retained by the student. It is their ability to understand a subject well enough they can convey its essence to a new generation of students that is needed by all teachers. The goal is to establish a foundation of knowledge base that allows the student to build on as they are exposed to different life experiences. The passing of knowledge from generation to generation (see socialisation) allows the student to grow into a useful member of society.
Special Education :: Education
Behavior Analysis :: Psychology
Educational Psychology :: Educational and School

ASSERT - Autism Support Services Education Research and Training - Trains special educators in effective teaching methods for students with ASD as well as offering research-based education for children ages 3-5.
Autism Arts - Using Art to teach and treat children with Autism.
Meta Description: [ Worldwide collection of artwork and music from children and adults with autism. Celtic Harvest Live ~ Irish Musicians for Autism. Enter our AACC 2003-2004 Essay Contest! ]
Autism How-to - Teaching programs addressing academic, behavioral, communication, readiness, self-care, and social skills needs of autistic people and their caregivers.
Autism: Interventions and Strategies for Success - Six articles by Susan Stokes on teaching methods and techniques, including assistive technology, structured teaching, communication, and learning styles in Asperger's Syndrome.
AutismWeb: A Parents' Resource Guide - A guide to the diagnosis, treatment and education of children with autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD). A comparison of teaching methods, plus a message board.
Meta Description: [ A parents' guide to the diagnosis, education and treatment of children with autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder ( PDD ) and autistic spectrum disorders. ]
Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies - A Massachusetts based provider of applied behavior analysis that gives detailed information about autism, ABA, and clients' rights. What to look for in a behavioral program and what to look out for.
Gentle Teaching International - A philosophy that facilitates self-determination by fostering loving trusting relationships between people with special needs and their caregivers.
Meta Description: [ HOME OF GENTLE TEACHING INTERNATIONAL. Features links to Gentle Teaching, Gentle News and writings of John McGee ]
IconTalk - Autism Resources - Structured teaching approach, consulting and product information for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other severe communication problems.
Meta Description: [ Home of IconTalk, a structured teaching
approach for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other severe
communication problems. Resource for autism and Asperger's syndrome. ]
Lessontutor.com - Teaching the Autistic Child - Four articles covering strategies for engaging the autistic child in learning.
Meta Description: [ Teaching tips and learning tools focusing on working with an autistic child in the home and in the classroom. ]
Lovaas Institute for Early Intervention - Behavioral intervention program developed in the Psychology Department of UCLA under the direction of Dr. O. Ivar Lovaas. It is based on extensive clinical experience and more than 35 years of scientific research.
PDD/Autism Successful Strategies - Parent and Behavior Consultant provides helpful strategies to use at home and school.
Pyramid Educational Systems (PECS) - Home site of the Pyramid Education Consultants, the inventors of the Picture Exchange Communication System, a method of using picture symbols to facilitate communication for children with no verbal language.
Relationships in the Spectrum - Exercises - A teaching method for helping autistic people understand the nuances of daily negotiated transactions.
Meta Description: [ Exercises for social interaction, see how
long it's possible to keep telemarketers on the line. Borrowed from The good
squirrel's guide to being polite to telemarketers. ]
Social Skill Builder - SSB offers a series of interactive CD-ROM software programs for children who have difficulty with social behaviors and interaction. Resources target skills such as peer relationships, emotions, classroom and socially appropriate behaviors.
Social Skills Training - Summary of a program designed for children with autism written by Scott C. Bellini for IRCA Articles, Access Autism. Features tips for developing a successful social skills class.
Special Tools for Learning - Detailed information on using visual aids and instruction for people with autism and learning disabilities.
Meta Description: [ picture communication cards, songs, games and learning activities for autism, fetal alcohol syndrome and disabilities ]
Stages Learning Materials - Photographic flash cards and posters to teach basic language and communication skills to individuals with autism and related disorders.
Talk, Inc. - A non-profit organization dedicated to teaching autistic, apraxic, and severaly language-disordered children to communicate through a curriculum called the Association Method.
Teaching Children with Autism - Encompasses a variety of instructional techniques and philosophies for teaching children with autism, plus applicable information for parents and professionals alike.
The Autism Education Network - Information regarding autism interventions, resources, advocacy, special education law, and the special education system.
Meta Description: [ The Autism Education Network provides free information regarding autism interventions, resources, advocacy, special education law, and the special education system to help members develop intensive, specialized, and individual education plans for every student with autism. ]
The West Virginia Autism Training Center - Program of education, socialization, training and treatment at the Marshall University College of Education. Features mission statement, program history, description of services, links to related sites, and contact details.
Meta Description: [ Marshall University College of Education and Human Services,NCATE accredited since 1954, offers high quality undergraduate and graduate programs. ]
Tinsnips - A special education resource for teachers of students with autistic spectrum disorder which includes: printable activity sheets, folder games, and communication augments. The links are specific to special education and autism.
Meta Description: [ Tinsnips is a special education resource. It contains tools for teachers of students with autistic spectrum disorders, related developmental disabilities, and young children with special needs. ]
Treatment and Education of Communication Handicapped Children (TEACCH) - Structured teaching methods devised by Dr. Eric Schopler and Dr. Gary Mesibov of the University of North Carolina. This site has articles and how to sign up for training.
Meta Description: [ Division TEACCH (Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-handicapped CHildren) as a part of the Department of Psychiatry in the School of Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, provides services to individuals of all ages with autism spectrum disorders ... ]
World of Class 5: See How they Learn - Concise definition of autism spectrum disorder as well as information about teaching methods like Applied Behavior Analysis and Picture Exchange Communication Systems. Included are great classroom/home ideas, real work by real kids, and a listing of manufacturers of educational supplies and curricula.
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