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 Needs Assessment…

Reveals the influences acting on the library. Reveals gaps in services. Informs a vision for future development. All of the above.

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.

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

Complete the following statement: Children with autism may have problems with....

Acquiring speech or language skills. Understanding sarcasm or jokes. Recognizing body language. All of the above.

Comprehensive diagnostic evaluations always include behavioral evaluations and may include other tests.

True False

Getting a formal diagnosis of autism is a two-step process: developmental screening and comprehensive diagnostic evaluation.

True False

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 many cases of autism have an identified genetic cause?

33% 80 % 100% 15%

It is not recommended that all children be screened for autism at their regular well visits.

True False

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

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

True False

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 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 not a link between mercury and autism.

Fact Fiction

What is a Read to Rover program?

A program where attendees read to a therapy dog A program where dogs perform tricks A program where librarians read to dogs A program where attendees read stories about dogs

What is one way parents can prepare their children for a library visit?

Create a social story. Have the librarian visit the home ahead of time. Go right after school. Visit at the library's busiest time.

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 of the following is an environmental factor that may increase a child's risk for ASD?

A baby born after their due date Low birth weight Large head circumference Birth via a C-section

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.

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

True False

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 causes autism?

Thimerosal found in vaccines Mercury The MMR vaccine, specifically None of the above

Which of the following is NOT a tip from the ASCLA tip sheet on serving people with ASD?

Communicate directly with the patron when possible, not the caregiver. Keep lights bright. Determine the preferred communication style (verbal, sign language, written notes, a communication board), and defer to that preference. Keep your language simple and concrete.

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 a generally agreed-upon environmental risk factor for ASD?

Being born to a mother and/or father younger than 25 Being born in winter Being born to a mother older than 35 and/or a father older than 40 Being born via a C-section

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

Having a sibling with ASD Having grandparents with ASD Having one, specific genetic mutation that has been identified as causing ASD. Being female

Which of the following should be included in a library orientation for a person with autism?

What they can use in the library Where they can sit How to ask for help if they need it 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

Autism Post-Test

Autism Post-Test

Autism Post-Test

Autism Post-Test

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