Project ENABLE- professional online development for teachers, librarians

A library is starting a new program that will depend on full participation from library staff. If not all participate the program will be impossible to implement. What are library staff members considered?

Primary Stakeholders Secondary Stakeholders Key Stakeholders Integral Stakeholders

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.

Books with a positive storyline featuring a character with autism can…

Help children with autism relate to the character, as well as the story. Discourage children with autism, who will view the book negatively. Help families and peers of those with autism better understand the disability. Both A and C.

How can a librarian begin to build relationships with people with autism?

Assert superiority over the family. Speak directly to the person with autism. Strictly enforce library rules. Talk only to the caregiver.

In order to reach the most people and collect a wide variety of data, you may want to consider…

Using mail, telephone, and email to reach a wide population Asking only key informants Creating a focus group with few members. Asking only those who visit the library.

Neurodevelopmental disorders can include problems with:

Learning Language Motor function All of the above

The 1998 study that promoted the myth of a link between autism and vaccines reported that autism was caused by which of the following procedures?

Flu shots The DPT vaccine The MMR vaccine The chicken pox vaccine

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The original Lancet study positing a link between autism and vaccines has been retracted.

Fact Fiction

There is a link between Thimerosal and autism.

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 are some strategies that help people with autism prepare for the business and career world?

Writing a cover letter, Making business cards Developing a successful resume All of the above

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 potential inclusive teen program?

Gaming Martial arts Debate Sensory Storytime

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 average age of an autism diagnosis in the United States?

About 2 years old About 3 years old About 4 years old About 5 years old

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

Which of the following are considered community resources for people with ASD?

Local school districts psychologist & special education staff. Community programs geared toward sensory friendly events/activities and local support groups. Public libraries that are accessible for people with ASD. All of the above

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 efforts to accommodate the needs of users with autism would be reasonable?

Allowing users with autism to express themselves by ignoring destructive behavior. Never looking at users with autism when speaking to them because it makes them uncomfortable. Ensuring access to a well-developed collection of e-books and audiobooks. Providing access to social stories and maps of the library both on the webpage and at the circulation desk.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended staff development opportunity?

Visiting other libraries Hosting speakers Approaching a patron with ASD and asking questions Partnering staff together to create new, inclusive programs

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 a step in conducting a community needs assessment?

Identify key stakeholders Identify existing programs and services Identify gaps in programs and services All of the above

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 adaptation you can make to your library’s physical environment to make it more comfortable for people with autism?

Providing clear and consistent signage throughout your library to cut down on uncertainty Providing minimal signage throughout the library to minimize distracting clutter Installing ultraviolet light filters on your library’s windows Installing hand dryers in all your library’s restrooms

Which of the following is true about the language skills of a person with autism?

While some people with autism are nonverbal, others are highly verbal. Most people with autism are highly verbal. Most people with autism are nonverbal. None of the above.

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

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

Unless one lives in a city, affordable transportation may not be a reality. Adults with autism may not be able to get to a job without affordable transportation. Transportation businesses can refuse to transport people with autism. All people with autism cannot drive, thus making it very difficult to get to their jobs. All of the above

Why is autism called a "spectrum disorder?"

It manifests in a variety of different ways. It can impact each person who has it differently. People who have autism need different levels of support. All of the above.

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