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Autism Spectrum Disorder and EducationOnline version This quiz is designed to help teachers build their knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), with a focus on understanding student needs, effective strategies, and inclusive classroom practices. by Lucy Stevenson 1 What are the three areas of difficulty that students with Autism Spectrum Disorder have? a Literacy, numeracy, memory b Social interaction, communication, restricted/repetitive behaviours c Physical coordination, diet, attendance d Listening, spelling, handwriting 2 What is one theory as to why children with Autism Spectrum Disorder have difficulty socialising with others? a They lack intelligence b Differences in executive functioning c Differences in theory of mind d Poor parenting 3 What type of approach should teachers use to better understand students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 1)? a Strengths-based approach b Deficit-based approach c Punitive approach d Passive observation 4 What is a social story? a A fictional book about friends b A structured, personalised story that teaches social expectations c A story written by peers for entertainment d A narrative about historical events 5 What is high functioning Autism? a A separate diagnosis b An outdated term sometimes used to describe individuals with ASD who have average or above-average intelligence and fewer support needs c Autism that only appears in adulthood d A subtype of dyslexia 6 What is one high impact environmental tweak that was recommended? a Removing all classroom posters b Creating a quiet, sensory friendly space c Rearranging desks weekly d Eliminating group work 7 What is a reasonable adjustment that is commonly appropriate for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1? a Exempting them from all assessments b Providing visual schedules and clear routines c Reducing curriculum expectations entirely d Avoiding interaction with peers 8 What is the key to co-designing effective supports? a Making assumptions about student needs b Involving only teachers c Collaborating with the student and their family d Using only standardised supports 9 What is a tool that could be used to co-design supports? a Social media survey b Student-teacher interview or planning template c Standardised IQ test d A behaviour chart 10 How can we reduce the stigma around using supports in the classroom? a Hide supports from peers b Discourage their use in public c Use supports only outside of school d Normalise and integrate supports into whole-class practice 11 Which of the following is a common characteristic of Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1? a Inability to speak b Severe intellectual disability c Difficulty with flexible thinking and social reciprocity d Complete lack of empathy 12 What is an effective way to support communication with students with ASD? a Using sarcasm and metaphors often b Speaking quickly and without pause c Using simple, clear, and direct language d Avoiding all verbal communication 13 Which classroom-wide strategy helps create a sensory-friendly learning environment for all students? a Increasing fluorescent lighting b Providing predictable routines and flexible seating c Playing loud background music d Restricting breaks 14 What is the purpose of a ‘first/then’ visual board? a To decorate the classroom b To outline consequences only c To help students understand task sequencing and expectations d To record attendance 15 When presenting new information, a teacher should consider breaking down complex tasks into smaller, manageable steps. This strategy is most effective for students with ASD because: a It simplifies grading b It reduces working memory demands and supports executive functioning c It makes tasks less interesting d It saves teacher preparation time 16 Which of the following is a key component of a successful Positive Behaviour Intervention and Support (PBIS) system for a student with Autism Spectrum Disorder? a Punishment for negative behaviours b Clear expectations and consistent reinforcement of positive behaviours c Ignoring challenging behaviours d Strict uniformity of instruction 17 Which strategy is most effective for preventing a sensory-related meltdown in a student with Autism Spectrum Disorder? a Forcing them to remain in the environment b Identifying triggers and providing sensory breaks c Minimising teacher involvement d Ignoring the student's distress 18 What is the primary benefit of using a social story with a student with Autism Spectrum Disorder? a Entertainment b Improving handwriting c Teaching appropriate social behaviours and expectations d Memorising facts 19 A teacher wants to help a student with ASD transition smoothly between activities. What is the most effective proactive strategy? a Relying only on peers to help b Eliminating transitions entirely c Using clear visual schedules and transition clues d Providing no warning 20 In a general education classroom, what is an effective way to facilitate peer interactions for a student with Autism Spectrum Disorder? a Structured peer-buddy or cooperative learning activities b Leaving the student to socialise independently c Forcing the student to join all group activities without support d Restricting interaction to adults only

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Autism Spectrum Disorder and EducationOnline version

by Lucy Stevenson

What are the three areas of difficulty that students with Autism Spectrum Disorder have?

What is one theory as to why children with Autism Spectrum Disorder have difficulty socialising with others?

What type of approach should teachers use to better understand students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 1)?

What is a social story?

What is high functioning Autism?

What is one high impact environmental tweak that was recommended?

What is a reasonable adjustment that is commonly appropriate for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1?

What is the key to co-designing effective supports?

What is a tool that could be used to co-design supports?

How can we reduce the stigma around using supports in the classroom?

Which of the following is a common characteristic of Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1?

What is an effective way to support communication with students with ASD?

Which classroom-wide strategy helps create a sensory-friendly learning environment for all students?

What is the purpose of a ‘first/then’ visual board?

When presenting new information, a teacher should consider breaking down complex tasks into smaller, manageable steps. This strategy is most effective for students with ASD because:

Which of the following is a key component of a successful Positive Behaviour Intervention and Support (PBIS) system for a student with Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Which strategy is most effective for preventing a sensory-related meltdown in a student with Autism Spectrum Disorder?

What is the primary benefit of using a social story with a student with Autism Spectrum Disorder?

A teacher wants to help a student with ASD transition smoothly between activities. What is the most effective proactive strategy?

In a general education classroom, what is an effective way to facilitate peer interactions for a student with Autism Spectrum Disorder?