Table of Contents

Introduction.- The Triad of Impairment in Autism.- Parents' Perceptions of their Lives.- Diagnosis and Support.- Sensory Systems and Autism.- Physical Comfort and Safety.- Creating a Positive Learning Environment.- Evidence-based Practices (EBP) in Autism.- Using Technology in ASD: Communication and the Triad of Impairment.

About the Author

Demetria Ennis-Cole, Professor in the Department of Learning Technologies at the University of North Texas, has degrees in Computer Science and Curriculum & Instruction (emphasis area: Computer Education). She worked in industry as a Programmer for International Business Machines, and spent 6 years at Louisiana State University as a Computer Analyst before accepting a faculty position with The University of North Texas.

Xue Yang is a designer, trainer, and university faculty member who develops and delivers instruction on visual culture and media literacy through the Educational Technology Department of Shanghai International Studies University.

Lin Lin is an Associate Professor of Learning Technologies at The University of North Texas. Lin’s research looks into interactions between the mind, brain, and technology in complex learning environments. She has conducted research on 1) media multitasking; 2) learning in online, blended, and virtual/augmented reality environments. Lin has published over 30 refereed articles in journals including the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) of USA, Pediatrics, Educational Technology Research and Development (ETR&D), and Computers and Education in addition to a dozen book chapters and over 60 conference papers. Lin is currently co-editing two books, one focusing on the constructive articulation between learning sciences and instructional technology communities, and another focusing on innovative instructional design approaches. Lin serves as the Associate Director of Texas Center for Educational Technology (TCET), and Co-Director of a Joint-Lab on Big Data, Little Devices, and Life-long Learning. She is Associate Editor for the International Journal of Smart Technology and Learning (IJSmartTL) as well an editorial board member of several other peer-reviewed journals. Lin received her doctoral degree in Instructional Technology and Media at Teachers College, Columbia University.