Autism and Child Development - Softcover

Middleton, Mary Jo; Rogers, T.E.R.; Solomon, Walter G

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1733567062 ISBN 13: 9781733567060

Verlag: Benjamin’ Publishing 1776, 2020

Inhaltsangabe

The author sets out an approach based on Dr. Geoffrey Waldon’s philosophy of the development of understanding, which centers on helping children, especially children with Autism learn-how-to-learn. This book does not offer a ’miracle cure’ for autism, although the author aims to counteract the prevailing view that autism is a lifetime condition. The author demonstrates that with the appropriate intervention, children with autism - and other special needs - can gain a fuller understanding of the world and learn to take a constructive and contributing place in it. The author sets out an approach based on Dr. Geoffrey Waldon’s philosophy of the development of understanding, which centers on helping children learn how to learn. The book includes The inspirational and well-documented story of the author’s son, diagnosed at two with autism and as ’sub-normal’; now a successful professional with a wife and child. An introduction to Geoffrey Waldon’s theory and working methods. Testimony from parents and teachers, covering autism and a range of learning difficulties. Teachers, therapists, doctors, parents, and special interest groups will find this book an essential and potentially transformational read.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Benjamin’ Publishing 1776
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2020
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1733567062
• ISBN 13: 9781733567060
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 300
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