Summary

Summary

Topic 3: Summary

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In this topic you learned about creating a comfortable library environment for your library users with autism, including supports you can provide ahead of time and ways to adapt the library's physical environment and create dedicated space to accommodate sensory challenges. You learned how to positively interact with people with autism, taking their needs and learning styles into account. You next learned how to develop sensitivity in all library users and staff by increasing autism awareness in your library community. You also learned about some examples of special programming to offer people with autism and items to have in your collection that are autism-friendly. Finally, you learned how to promote your library as an autism-friendly place to visit.