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The Resource library includes descriptions and links to over 100 external publications (books, websites, DVDs etc). To search for a specific topic (for example “classroom strategies”), enter text in the keywords box and click Search. You can narrow your initial search using one of three filter drop-down menus:

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  1. Autism Speaks

    Autism Speaks is a large US website that was highly recommended by some of the advisers to this website project. It provides extensive information about ASD and its treatment, along with advice about resources, including an extensive section on digital...

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    Autism Speaks

    Autism Speaks is a large US website that was highly recommended by some of the advisers to this website project. It provides extensive information about ASD and its treatment, along with advice about resources, including an extensive section on digital apps.

    A series of toolkits address specific topics. If working with a student with ASD is a new experience for you, two of these toolkits may be particularly useful.

    The School Community Toolkit supports schools to build communities that interact with students with autism in inclusive ways. There are information sheets for people with different roles in the school community.

    The video clips in the toolkit would be an excellent starting point for building understanding and relationships in your school. These clips give practical advice, suggest strategies, and describe how they have been put into practice. There are more video clips in the resources section.

    Make sure you take a look at the appendix.

    This downloadable 140-page booklet has articles, guides, and examples on topics, including:

    • an article by Ellen Notbothm on 'Ten Things your Student with Autism Wishes you Knew'
    • an article by Paula Kluth on 'Supporting Students with Autism: 10 Ideas for Inclusive Classrooms'
    • organisation, sensory, and behavioural strategies
    • assessments
    • peer supports, including teacher and student manuals for a peer mentoring programme.

    The Transition Toolkit was created to assist families on the journey from adolescence to adulthood. However, others may also find it helpful in building their understandings of how they can support students, parents, and whānau through this critical time.

     The Transition Toolkit is organised around ten topics, which are also used to organise the information and resources in the appendices. The topics are:

    • general resources on transition
    • self-advocacy
    • transition and the IEP
    • community life
    • employment
    • post-secondary education
    • housing
    • legal matters
    • health
    • Internet and technology.

    Note: These resources do not reflect the change in the definition of ASD, separating out Asperger Syndrome from ASD. In addition, some reviewers felt that there is a negative slant to the website, as evidenced in discussion about a search for a cure and a desire to 'fight autism'.

    Resources for:
    Further learning , Taking action , Others' stories
    Relevant to:
    Understanding autism spectrum disorder, Building inclusive school cultures, Producing inclusive school policies, Evolving inclusive practices, Managing transitions, Specific issues for secondary schools
    Contributed by:

    Autism Speaks Inc. .

  2. icommunicate: Speech and Communication Therapy

    icommunicate is an Australian-based website dedicated to sharing resources and information to support people with communication difficulties, including those with ASD. The information is reliable, as it is written by qualified speech therapists. There are (or will be) sections on:...

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    icommunicate: Speech and Communication Therapy

    icommunicate is an Australian-based website dedicated to sharing resources and information to support people with communication difficulties, including those with ASD. The information is reliable, as it is written by qualified speech therapists. There are (or will be) sections on:

    • ASD in children: prevalence, causes, and treatment
    • strategies for communication
    • strategies for social skills (see especially the section on social stories)
    • visual strategies
    • strategies for behaviour
    • strategies in the classroom
    • language and cognitive development
    • assistive communication and technology.

     There is also a resource centre with speech and communication downloads and videos. A discussion forum is in development.

    Resources for:
    Further learning , Taking action
    Relevant to:
    Understanding autism spectrum disorder, Evolving inclusive practices, Managing transitions
    Contributed by:

    icommunicate Therapy Limited .

  3. IEP Online

    IEP Online is for all those involved in developing or implementing individual education plans (IEPs) to support students with special education needs. It is built around a core resource: Collaboration for Success: Individual Education Plans. The site also offers a...

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    IEP Online

    IEP Online is for all those involved in developing or implementing individual education plans (IEPs) to support students with special education needs. It is built around a core resource: Collaboration for Success: Individual Education Plans. The site also offers a rollout kit and other resources to support schools to improve their practices around the IEP process. More will be added over time.

     While Collaboration for Success is focused on the small number of individual students for whom an IEP is necessary, its messages are closely aligned to those of this website. Themes include the importance of collaboration, cultural responsiveness, and an inquiry approach. The resource would be a useful tool for inquiring into and improving your IEP process, especially as a catalyst for culture change.

     The development of Collaboration for Success was informed by Mitchell, Morton, and Hornby’s (2010)  literature review, included here for those who are interested in further reading.

     Ministry of Education (2011). Collaboration for Success: Individual Education Plans. Wellington: Learning Media.

    Mitchell, D., Morton, M., and Hornby, G. (2010). Review of the Literature on Individual Education Plans: Report to the New Zealand Ministry of Education. Christchurch: College of Education, University of Canterbury.

    Resources for:
    Taking action
    Relevant to:
    Understanding inclusion, Building inclusive school cultures, Producing inclusive school policies, Evolving inclusive practices, Managing transitions
    Contributed by:

    Ministry of Education .

  4. You're Going to Love This Kid

    Kluth, P. (2010). You're Going To Love This Kid! Teaching Students with Autism in the Inclusive Classroom. Baltimore, MA: Brookes.Kluth, P. (2011). You're Going To Love This Kid! A Professional Development Package for Teaching Students with Autism in the Inclusive...

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    You're Going to Love This Kid

    Kluth, P. (2010). You're Going To Love This Kid! Teaching Students with Autism in the Inclusive Classroom. Baltimore, MA: Brookes.

    Kluth, P. (2011). You're Going To Love This Kid! A Professional Development Package for Teaching Students with Autism in the Inclusive Classroom. Baltimore, MA: Brookes/Landlocked Films. (DVD and facilitator guide)

    See also Paula Kluth's introductory video clip You're Going To Love This Kid!

    You can also find an article by Paula Kluth on “Supporting Students with Autism: 10 Ideas for Inclusive Classrooms” on the Autism Speaks website.

    The title of these resources by renowned educationalist Paula Kluth is indicative of the tone throughout all her work – Kluth loves students with ASD for who they are as unique individuals and for the way they enrich the lives of those around them.

     Reviews of Kluth’s work emphasise the practical nature of the strategies and resources she provides, her commitment to inclusion, and the strong foundation on research. The 2010 book and professional development package include observation forms and checklists that could be used to review your practice and make decisions about what to do. Examples, case studies, and the DVD show that the approaches she suggests do work. They include checklists for auditing aspects of school and classroom practice, including whether the school is inclusive and whether classrooms are comfortable for students with ASD. Advice is provided on how the materials can be used for professional learning, both in the book and in the manual accompanying the DVD.

    Before purchasing a copy of her resources, you may like to access a copy on loan from Autism New Zealand and/or view the video clips available on the Internet. The introductory video is available here, but you can also find other extracts by typing in the words “You're going to love this kid!” and “DVD”.

    One of the features of Paula’s website is a set of readings on ASD, inclusive schooling, differentiated instruction, and literacy.

    Resources for:
    Further learning , Taking action , Others' stories
    Relevant to:
    Leading change, Understanding autism spectrum disorder, Understanding inclusion, Audit, Building inclusive school cultures, Producing inclusive school policies, Evolving inclusive practices, Managing transitions, Specific issues for secondary schools
    Contributed by:

    Kluth, P. 2010 .

  5. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A Resource for Educators

    Ministry of Education (June 2011). Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A Resource for Educators. Wellington: Ministry of Education. (booklet and PowerPoint presentation)This slim booklet is an excellent starting point for teachers in particular to understand ASD, how it impacts on learning, and...

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    Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A Resource for Educators

    Ministry of Education (June 2011). Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A Resource for Educators. Wellington: Ministry of Education. (booklet and PowerPoint presentation)

    This slim booklet is an excellent starting point for teachers in particular to understand ASD, how it impacts on learning, and how student learning can be fostered within the context and across the key competencies and learning areas of The New Zealand Curriculum.

    The booklet promotes a collaborative approach to fostering development in all the areas needed to become participating, contributing members of the community. It suggests practical strategies for engaging students in learning and for managing transitions.

    The 'Resources and tools' section of the Ministry's new website ASD in Education also has a PowerPoint presentation that can be used to introduce others to the concepts and ideas in the booklet.

    Resources for:
    Further learning , Taking action
    Relevant to:
    Understanding autism spectrum disorder, Building inclusive school cultures, Producing inclusive school policies, Evolving inclusive practices, Managing transitions
    Contributed by:

    Ministry of Education June 2010 Wellington: Ministry of Education.

  6. Collaboration for Success: Individual Education Plans

    Ministry of Education (2011b). Collaboration for Success: Individual Education Plans. Wellington: Learning Media.This is the Ministry of Education’s core resource for anyone involved in developing or implementing individual education plans (IEPs) to support students with special education needs. While it...

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    Collaboration for Success: Individual Education Plans

    Ministry of Education (2011b). Collaboration for Success: Individual Education Plans. Wellington: Learning Media.

    This is the Ministry of Education’s core resource for anyone involved in developing or implementing individual education plans (IEPs) to support students with special education needs. While it is focused on the small number of individual students for whom an IEP is necessary, its messages are closely aligned to those of this website. Themes include the importance of collaboration, cultural responsiveness, and an inquiry approach. This resource would be useful as a catalyst for culture change when you are looking to improve your IEP process.

    You can find Collaboration for Success on IEP Online, aling with a rollout kit and other resources to support its implementation.

    The development of Collaboration for Success was informed by Mitchell, Morton, and Hornby’s literature review, included here for those who are interested in further reading.

    Mitchell, D., Morton, M., and Hornby, G. (2010). Review of the Literature on Individual Education Plans: Report to the New Zealand Ministry of Education. Christchurch: College of Education, University of Canterbury.

    Resources for:
    Further learning , Taking action
    Relevant to:
    Inquiry and knowledge-building, Understanding inclusion, Building inclusive school cultures, Producing inclusive school policies, Evolving inclusive practices, Managing transitions
    Contributed by:

    Ministry of Education 2011 Wellington: Learning Media.

  7. Special Education

    This section of the Ministry of Education website describes how the Ministry works with schools to support the vision of a more inclusive education system. It is a substantial site that is worth revisiting.Some of the information is for educators...

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    Special Education

    This section of the Ministry of Education website describes how the Ministry works with schools to support the vision of a more inclusive education system. It is a substantial site that is worth revisiting.

    Some of the information is for educators and boards of trustees, some for parents. It is organised under the following headings:

    The publications and resources are well worth exploring. Parents, for example, will be interested in the booklets on services, starting at primary and at secondary school, and on leaving school; the National Transition Guidelines; and the Family/Whānau File, which can be used for sharing information about their child as they grow up.

    Resources for:
    Further learning , Taking action
    Relevant to:
    Understanding autism spectrum disorder, Effective schools, Special education and ASD in NZ school settings, Building inclusive school cultures, Producing inclusive school policies, Evolving inclusive practices, Managing transitions, Specific issues for secondary schools
    Contributed by:

    Ministry of Education.

  8. Autism at School: A Video Resource for Teachers and Parents in New Zealand

    Smith, J. (2009). Autism at School: A Video Resource for Teachers and Parents in New Zealand. Auckland: Southern Moon Productions. (DVD) This DVD shows how New Zealand teachers are creating environments in which students with ASD are able to learn...

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    Autism at School: A Video Resource for Teachers and Parents in New Zealand

    Smith, J. (2009). Autism at School: A Video Resource for Teachers and Parents in New Zealand. Auckland: Southern Moon Productions. (DVD)

    This DVD shows how New Zealand teachers are creating environments in which students with ASD are able to learn and thrive. It features parents and students talking about their experiences with school and includes practical advice from specialists. The DVD is split into three sections:

    • 'The School Experience' features classroom action in mainstream primary and secondary schools, satellite classes and a special school (80 minutes)
    • 'Advice and Tips' includes the impact of autism on learning, strategies for managing behaviour, creating a suitable classroom environment and tips for teachers and parents (50 minutes)
    • 'Talking About School' includes the blame-free bullying approach being put in action to support a student with ASD (20 minutes).
    Resources for:
    Further learning , Taking action , Others' stories
    Relevant to:
    Understanding autism spectrum disorder, Special education and ASD in NZ school settings, Building inclusive school cultures, Producing inclusive school policies, Evolving inclusive practices, Managing transitions, Specific issues for secondary schools
    Contributed by:

    Smith, A. 2009 .

  9. Tips for Autism

    Tips for Autism is a three-day course that supports the care community around an individual child with ASD to learn how they can work together to help that child achieve better outcomes. It is funded by the Ministries of Education...

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    Tips for Autism

    Tips for Autism is a three-day course that supports the care community around an individual child with ASD to learn how they can work together to help that child achieve better outcomes. It is funded by the Ministries of Education and Health and is available nationwide.

    The  evaluation report carried out by Bevan-Brown et al. indicates that this course meets the criteria for a high quality course that contributes to better outcomes for people with ASD.

    A summary of the original report is also available at the same link.

    Bevan-Brown, J., Bourke, R., Butler, P., Carroll-Lind, J., Kearney, A., and Mentis, M. (November 2011). Evaluation of the ‘Tips for Autism’ Professional Learning and Development Programme. Wellington: Ministry of Education.

    The Tips for Autism website provides details about the course and how to apply. People who have completed the course can access additional resources on the website.

    Resources for:
    Further learning , Taking action
    Relevant to:
    Leading change, Understanding autism spectrum disorder, Building inclusive school cultures, Producing inclusive school policies, Evolving inclusive practices, Managing transitions
    Contributed by:

    Ministries of Education and Health.

  10. Weka Disability Information

    Weka is a website for people with disabilities and those who care for them. Through Weka you can find information and resources that include: support services in your area a DVD library events and stories equipment suppliers a page that...

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    Weka Disability Information

    Weka is a website for people with disabilities and those who care for them. Through Weka you can find information and resources that include:

    • support services in your area
    • a DVD library
    • events and stories
    • equipment suppliers
    • a page that focuses on resources for Māori in particular.

    The section on disability information centres can be organised by region. The section that organises information by category includes one on education. This highlights students’ rights at different stages, and the options that are available to them.

    Resources for:
    Further learning , Taking action , Others' stories
    Relevant to:
    Special education and ASD in NZ school settings, Building inclusive school cultures, Producing inclusive school policies, Evolving inclusive practices, Managing transitions
    Contributed by:

    Enable New Zealand .

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