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After a needs assessment is conducted, a librarian should...

immediately discontinue programs or services that are deemed “ineffective” or “unpopular.” Immediately initiate a new program. Speak with team members to decide the best way to implement gradual change and improvement. Both a and b.

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

At what point are neurodevelopmental disorders like autism likely to have an onset?

Usually during middle school Usually before grade school Usually in high school Usually in early adulthood

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

Fact Fiction

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 are likely to show which of the following characteristics?

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

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

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 many cases of autism have an identified genetic cause?

33% 80 % 100% 15%

Leo Kanner, the doctor who identified autism as its own condition, believed that autism was caused by which of the following?

Unloving mothers Biological fathers Antibiotics Overindulgent mothers

One might assume that people with autism prefer jobs in the arts because they are less rigid work environments, where there is greater behavioral permissibility. What argument disputes this assumption?

People with autism always prefer jobs in the arts because they can comfortably be themselves in the workplace. Because of the informal nature of many arts jobs, some people with autism can feel intimidated by the lack of direction. People with autism prefer jobs in the arts because they do not like the strict nature of more rigid jobs. Both a and c.

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.

There is a link between Thimerosal and autism.

Fact Fiction

There is not a link between mercury and autism.

Fact Fiction

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 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

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 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 NOT a diagnostic criterion for autism?

Persistent deficits in social communication and interaction across multiple contexts. Symptoms are not present until children are elementary school age. Restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. Symptoms are not better explained by intellectual disability or global developmental delay.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a community resource?

An organization that provides one-on-one tutoring for individuals of all abilities A parent support group A flyer advertising an upcoming rock concert All of the above

Which of the following is a correct statement about autism?

Medical tests can diagnose autism. Right now, there is no medical test to diagnose autism. An autism diagnosis is completely objective. People respond the same way to treatment for autism.

Which of the following would be a good job for people with autism that are not visual thinkers, but rather excel at math related topics?

Automobile mechanic Web design Engineering Drafting

Which of the following would be considered a poor fit for people with autism who are cognitively high, or what was previously termed “high functioning”?

Laboratory Technician Web Design Automobile Mechanic Cashier

Which system is disturbed in neurodevelopmental disorders?

Muscular Digestive Nervous Circulatory

Whose fault is it that a child has autism?

The parents' No one's Siblings' Grandparents'

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 is it important to have a formal accessibility policy?

To inform patrons what materials are available To indicate to patrons that the library is a place for everyone Both A and B None 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 Post-Test

Autism Post-Test

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