Introduction to Learning and Cognition in Autism

Abstract

Introduction to learning and cognition in autism / Eric Schopler and Gary B. Mesibov -- Cognitive functioning in autism: an overview / LeeAnne Green [and others] -- Verbal and nonverbal cognitive processes / Helmer K. Myklebust -- Relationship between autism and learning disabilities / Roger D. Cox and Gary B. Mesibov -- Motivating communication in children with autism / Lynn Kern Koegel and Robert L. Koegel -- The assessment and interpretation of intellectual abilities in people with autism / Alan J. Lincoln, Mark H. Allen, and Angela Kilman -- A fresh look at categorization abilities in persons with autism / Laura G. Klinger and Geraldine Dawson -- How people with autism think / Temple Grandin -- Social and cognitive understanding in high-functioning children with autism / Mirian D. Sigman, Nurit Yirmiya, and Lisa Capps -- Theory of mind in autism / Francesca Happée and Uta Frith -- Executive functions in autism / Sally Ozonoff -- Facilitating social inclusion: examples from peer intervention programs / Catherine Lord -- Structured teaching in the TEACCH system / Eric Schopler, Gary B. Mesibov, and Kathy Hearsey -- Cognitive education of young children with autism: an application of bright start / Gretchen Butera and H. Carl Haywood -- Educational strategies in autism / Sandra L. Harris -- Educational approaches in preschool: behavior techniques in a public school setting / Andrew S. Bondy and Lori A. Frost.