Project ENABLE- professional online development for teachers, librarians

ACCESS-VR is a New York State resource offering…

students with disabilities assistance during high school. assistance to individuals with disabilities to achieve and maintain employment and to support independent living through training, education, rehabilitation, and career development. individuals with disabilities vocational rehabilitation services with the purpose of finding jobs within their communities. Both b and c.

Complete the following statement: The original 1998 study that implicated the MMR vaccine as a cause of autism...

has been retracted. has been disproven by multiple scientific studies. contained falsified data. All of the above

Parents often begin expressing concern about autism when their children are about 18-24 months old.

True False

Parents typically start expressing concern that their child may have autism when the child is what age?

Less than one year old About 18-24 months old About 3 years old About 5-6 years old

The United States Department of Education offers…

Resources for providing youth with disabilities transition planning and services after high school Lists of post-secondary options for education, employment, and independent living. No assistance for youth with disabilities. Both a and b

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.

The following are all ways to properly collect useful data except…

Looking at internal library statistics and service usage. Sending surveys to patrons with autism and their families, asking what they need from the library. Requiring all patrons who visit the library on a particular day to fill out a questionnaire. Asking the local school district for input regarding the community’s population of students with ASD and family needs.

The resource section of Project Enable provides resources for

libraries and potential employers of people with ASD. families of people with ASD. people with ASD of all ages. All of the above.

There is a link between Thimerosal and autism.

Fact Fiction

Thimerosal has been removed from childhood vaccines.

Fact Fiction

Valerie Herskowitz runs a very well-known chocolate business staffed completely by people with ASD called The Chocolate Spectrum. She believes her business is so successful because…

She lets her employees explore different areas of the job and observes where they excel and where they are most happy. She assigns specific tasks based on where she specifically needs them at the time. She lets her employees eat all the chocolate they want. She recruits only people with autism who are cognitively high.

What is a behavior that the Libraries and Autism video recommends to ignore, because they are not harmful?

Loud interaction with others Meltdowns and tantrums Destructive behavior Pacing or rocking

What is an example of a recommended skills training workshop for people on the spectrum?

A creative writing class A cooking class A glassblowing class A woodworking class

What is the CDC's 2018 number for how many children have autism?

1 in 28 1 in 59 1 in 100 1 in 250

What is the purpose for conducting a needs assessment?

To replace an existing service or program. To fill in gaps in services in order to better serve the community. To create the next book order. All of the above

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

Stimming Restricted interests Echolalia Social deficits

What is the “Spectrum of Behavioral Permissibility” according to Michael Carley, author of Unemployed on the Autism Spectrum (2016)?

The range of behavior accepted in all jobs. A spectrum of behavior ranging from the Arts (high acceptance of eccentricities) to the Military (low acceptance of eccentricities) The range of behavior accepted by people with disabilities in jobs related only to the library. Both a and b.

What role does social and economic status play in ASD?

Social and economic class affects who has autism. Social and economic class does not affect who has autism. Only those from lower classes have autism. Those from upper classes are more likely to have autism.

What should library staff do when library users with autism exhibit behaviors like rocking, humming, or pacing?

Try to change the person’s behavior Explain to the person that he or she is being disruptive to other patrons Ignore the behavior Call security or 911

What should you include in a press release you create to announce your library is autism friendly?

Any special training your staff has taken to increase their awareness of autism Items in your collection that are autism friendly or that assist those who need more information about ASD Programs or services your library offers for people with autism All of the above

When is having a multidisciplinary team of autism specialists helpful?

When assessing a child diagnosed with autism to make treatment recommendations When conducting a developmental screening When making sure a child with autism receives "whole person" care Both a and c

Which of the following aspects of a library would need the LEAST attention in creating an autism-friendly environment?

Circulation policies Developing the collection Library staff training Design of library space

Which of the following is a generally agreed-upon environmental risk factor for ASD?

A mother who took the prescription drugs Valproic acid and Thalidomide while pregnant A mother who took antibiotics while pregnant A mother who did not take prenatal vitamins while pregnant A mother who took over-the-counter painkillers while pregnant

Which of the following is a genetic risk factor for ASD?

Having another genetic condition like Fragile X Syndrome or Down Syndome. Having another condition like ADD/ADHD. Having one, specific genetic mutation that has been identified as causing ASD. Receiving the MMR vaccine

Which of the following is a reason to reduce noise throughout your library?

Libraries should be quiet places Loud noises may contribute to sensory overload in people with autism Library users need to concentrate It is a principle of Universal Design

Which of the following is a recommended component of sensory storytime?

Reading several long books Fluorescent lighting Reading the story very loudly for all to hear Having a visual schedule

Which of the following is an example of a library being flexible with policies or procedures to best serve users with autism?

Tolerating a certain level of noise in the library Letting a person with autism cut in the line to check out materials if they need to Providing self-checkout machines All of the above

Which of the following is not a social/communication sign or symptom of autism?

Precision with words and literal interpretations Lack of vocal inflection or rhythm Difficulty recognizing social norms and cues Easily maintaining eye contact

Which of the following would be classified as a neurodevelopmental disorder?

ADD/ADHD Intellectual disabilities Communication disorders All of the above

Which resource includes a community support network database allowing users to enter their state and zip code to find organizations related to autism in the nearby area?

The Community Toolbox Autism Speaks The Idaho Commission for Libraries There is not a resource that provides this service

Autism Pre-Test

Autism Pre-Test

Autism Pre-Test

Autism Pre-Test

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