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Autism Awareness and Acceptance in Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Development, Office of the Administration for Children & Families, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services

Description:

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects about 1 in 68 children in the U.S. (CDC, 2014), with more children being identified than ever before. The early childhood community has a unique opportunity to touch the lives of these children and their families in ways that can make a real difference.

This site includes:

  • What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?,
  • What is the Role of Early Care and Education Providers? 
  • What is the Role of Early Care and Education Providers?
  • What Services are Available to Young Chidlren with ASD under IDEA?

Tag(s):

Autism Spectrum Disorder Curriculum/Instructional Methods Disability Characteristics Early Childhood Early Intervention Parent/Family Preschool