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____________ is a good option for some adults with autism seeking to become more comfortable in the physical workplace and gain more experience before becoming employed.

Online training Networking Volunteering Skype

A child with autism may react differently to sights, sounds, smells, or the way something feels. These are examples of:

Sensory issues Stimming Impulsiveness Echolalia

According to a 2015 study from Drexel University School of Public Health, how many young people with autism had neither a job nor educational plans during the first two years after high school?

100% of young people with autism had neither a job nor educational plans. One-third of young people with autism had neither a job nor educational plans. Two-thirds of young people with autism had neither a job nor educational plans. All young adults with autism are guaranteed a job within the first two years after high school.

An example of an autism friendly program your library can offer is

An accessible browsing hour for people with autism and their families A story time with a very loose structure A book club that only discusses fiction Movie screenings with the sound turned all the way up

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)...

is the fastest growing developmental disability in the United States. can be “cured.” does not need any special attention in regards to library services. Both a and c.

Children with autism may make repetitive movements like flapping their hands, flipping objects, or spinning in circles. What is this behavior called?

Hyperactivity Stimming Echolalia Impulsivity

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

How could an existing book discussion program be changed to be more inclusive?

Ask simple Who? What? When? Where? and Why? questions. Read only one type of book. Ask a rapid series of open-ended questions. Require visual attention the entire time.

How could you make an existing arts & crafts program more inclusive?

Clearly label materials. Give instructions verbally. Provide a single type of material. Require everyone to work at the same table.

In 2016, the employment market saw a trend emerging regarding adults with autism and employment opportunities. What did this movement focus on?

Target hiring and retention by major firms Autism-focused businesses Self-employment and internet based creative collectives All of the above

It is hard for people with autism to see things from a different perspective other than their own. What is the best way to describe this?

“I am right and you are wrong.” “Whether the logical scenarios inside our brains are wise or dumb, our commitment to them is indisputable.” “I do not like directions, repetitive tasks, or other opinions because I like to do my own thing and try new things.” “Even if I know you are right I won’t admit it because I don’t like you and do not respect you.”

Many people find certain jobs, such as paper handling or factory work monotonous, while people with ASD may find it comforting. Why do some people with autism enjoy these lines of work?

They get to talk with others on the job They get to try new things every day They enjoy the repetition They do not like to be challenged mentally or physically

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 original Lancet study positing a link between autism and vaccines has been retracted.

Fact Fiction

There is a link between the MMR vaccine and autism.

Fact Fiction

There is not a link between mercury and autism.

Fact Fiction

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

When creating community partnerships it is important to maintain momentum. What are the 6 R’s for maintaining engagement?

Recognition, Respect, Responsibility, Relationships, Rewards, Rest Recognition, Respect, Role, Relationships, Rewards, Revival Responsibility, Respect, Role, Relationships, Rewards, Results Recognition, Respect, Role, Relationships, Rewards, Results

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

When making an ASD diagnosis, a doctor does not need to have experience in developmental health.

True False

Which library features would be most helpful to users with autism?

Staff awareness of autism Equipment and space that would allow for library users with autism to regulate sensory input. A collection of resources about autism and fiction that features characters with autism. All are important features of an autism-friendly library.

Which of the following is an ADA communication regulation?

Providing a communication board Providing print materials available in alternative formats Providing accessible parking Providing tablets to patrons

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

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

ADD/ADHD Intellectual disabilities Communication disorders All of the above

Why are job interviews so difficult for people with autism?

People with autism feel like they cannot be themselves because of the job hiring culture which elicits learned and “appropriate” responses from interviewees. People with autism are incapable of communicating successfully one on one with employers. People with autism cannot develop successful resumes because they usually come with no experience. All of the above.

Why does D&I Representation affect a person with autism’s ability to find and keep a job?

D&I representation does not affect a person with autism’s ability to find/ keep employment. The autism community is over represented, which forces people with autism to compete for certain jobs. People with disabilities, especially those that are not apparent, are underrepresented in company strategies to hire minority populations. D&I representation only focuses on hiring people under the age of 30 with disabilities, making it hard for adults with autism to find employment.

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