Project ENABLE- professional online development for teachers, librarians

_______ percent of people with ASD have not been employed in their early 20’s. This is the lowest employment rate for people with disabilities.

32% 42% 50% 73%

A teen patron with autism is making yelping noises and rocking back and forth while reading a book. In an autism-friendly library, the librarian or library staff would….

Remind him that the library is a quiet place and ask him to refrain from making sounds. Ask him to leave. Take the book from him. Ignore the behavior.

Autism is caused by parents who do not love their children.

Fact Fiction

Children with autism are likely to show which of the following characteristics?

Hyperactivity Short attention span Aggressive or self-injurious behavior All of the above

Current screening tools can only detect ASD at about 4 years old.

True False

From the ASCLA tip sheet, what is an example of an assistive technology your library could provide?

Posters Touch screens Glasses Cameras

Having a collection of resources about autism and fiction with characters with autism can have all of the following benefits except

Educating other users in the library about autism, which will build tolerance, understanding and acceptance Helping people with autism and their caregivers to better understand and help themselves Ensuring that library users with autism feel welcomed and a part of the community Complying with federal autism mandates and state laws

How can you develop autism awareness in all library users?

Post signage explaining that your library is autism friendly Create displays of autism related materials during autism awareness month in April Incorporate stories that promote autism awareness during story time as appropriate All of the above

How many cases of autism have an identified genetic cause?

33% 80 % 100% 15%

If a child with autism is exhibiting behaviors that are bothering other library users, which of the following methods would be an appropriate intervention?

Attempting to redirect the attention of the child Asking the child a very basic social question such as, “What is your favorite book?” Asking patrons nearby if they would like to relocate All of the above

It is not the parents’ faults that their children are diagnosed with autism.

Fact Fiction

The National Collaboration on Workforce and Disability for Youth…

provides assistance to state and local workforce systems to better serve youth with disabilities Strives to connect with underserved/disconnected youth. is comprised of partners with expertise in education, youth development, disability, employment, workforce development and family issues. All of the above

The director of a public library is considering offering a new after school program for students with autism. Of the options listed below, what is the FIRST action the director should take before initiating the program?

Post flyers around town advertising the program. Develop a curriculum for the program based on what he or she thinks is most important. Speak with the local school district to try and create a partnership which may add value and perspective to the program and its growth. Make sure the physical space for the program is accessible for all participants.

There is a link between Thimerosal and autism.

Fact Fiction

There is a link between the MMR vaccine and autism.

Fact Fiction

What is Assistive Technology?

Any technological device found in a library. Any technological device that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of people with disabilities. Technology used only by librarians to assist patrons with disabilities. A medical device that is surgically implanted.

What is a SWOT analysis?

Strengths, Weaknesses, Opinions, Threats Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Tests Surprises, Worries, Opportunities, Threats

What is the purpose of a serious game that is designed for people with autism?

To entertain them To provide further information about topics with which the person with autism is particularly fascinated. To teach math, spelling, and other educational topics. To teach social skills and emotion recognition

What is the term for the behavioral practice of repeating others' words and phrases?

Stimming Restricted interests Echolalia Social deficits

Which aspects of the library will have the most direct impact on autism awareness among the entire library community?

The collection and signage Location of bathrooms, phones, and drinking fountains Availability of iPads, computers, and room to play Fundraising efforts

Which of the following are good jobs for non-speaking people with autism or people with poor verbal skills?

Reshelving library books Cashier Telemarketer Waitress/ Waiter

Which of the following behaviors should NOT be ignored, even when exhibited by patrons with autism?

Inappropriate sexual behaviors Rocking, wiggling, and pacing Loud noises Repetitive behaviors

Which of the following is a diagnostic criterion for autism?

Symptoms must affect a person's day-to-day ability to function. An inability to have a back and forth conversation, not sharing interests, and having difficulty making friends or maintaining friendships. Symptoms are present, but may not become a problem until a child is older. All of the above.

Which of the following is an essential component of showing a Sensory Movie?

Allowing viewers to move around and make noise Limiting food and drinks Raising the volume of the film Total darkness

Which of the following statements about the link between vaccines and autism is true?

Many scientific studies have shown that there is no link between autism and vaccines. The original study that proposed a link between vaccines and autism has been discredited. Scientists have not been able to replicate the results of the study that proposed a link between vaccines and autism. All of the above

Why are employers hesitant to hire people with autism?

They are nervous about the possible accommodations they may have to make. Employers believe accommodations come at a high cost. Employers are scared they may not work out and firing someone is complicated. All of the above

Why does an employment gap exist for the autism community?

Transportation issues Corporate Diversity and Inclusion programs focus on minorities but not necessarily people with autism or other disabilities that are not “apparent” Feeling of self-worth All of the above

Why does self-worth affect a person with autism’s ability to find and keep a job?

People with disabilities can often enter a depressive state in which they feel they are not good enough for certain jobs and thus do not seek employment. If an employer knows his employee has low self-worth they will likely fire them in fear of having to provide assistance/support. Self-worth does not affect a person's ability to find a job but does make it difficult for someone to keep a job because they hate what they are doing and will eventually quit. All of the above

Why is it important to provide library staff with training opportunities on working with individuals with disabilities?

To teach effective techniques for providing services for users with disabilities and for working with colleagues with disabilities To teach about the needs of people with disabilities both as users and employees, and laws applicable to the rights of people with disabilities as they impact library services To sensitize them to issues affecting people with disabilities All of the above

Why should you promote that your library is autism friendly to the autism community?

Any promotion is good promotion It may help you pass your next levy To make the community aware that your library is a welcoming space for them None of the above

Autism Pre-Test

Autism Pre-Test

Autism Pre-Test

Autism Pre-Test

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