Introduction to Autism Online Tutorial
	Module 2: Ways to Help in the Classroom Introduction to TEACCH Video from Autism Speaks Here are some principles of instruction and classroom design using a TEACCH approach. Students with autism have a strength for learning information visually (i.e., they are visual learners). Auditory processing is more difficult. The physical environment of the classroom is structured to be organized, clearly communicate expectations, and reduce distractions. Visual supports are used to make tasks clear and the daily schedule predictable and comprehendible. Here are some examples of tasks I designed using TEACCH ideas. File Folder Games Work Tasks Here is an example of a schedule: PECS Daily Schedule Board (Picture Exchange Communication System) Learn More About TEACCH To learn more about TEACCH, here’s a helpful article that outlines the approach with specific examples on how to use TEACCH in the classroom: http://teacch.com/educational-approaches/structured-teaching-teacch-staff More pictures of TEACCH work areas and tasks can be found in this guide: http://www.txautism.net/uploads/target/TEACCH.pdf A TON of picture examples of academic and life skills tasks created using a TEACCH approach are on Pinterest. Here's one example: http://www.pinterest.com/karachambers/teacch-task-ideas/ TEACCH Resources and Books from Amazon.com TEACCH Reference: http://teacch.com/about-us-1/what-is-teacch Next --> ABA and TEACCH in the Classroom We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.