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ASD-S2: Demonstrates the ability to adapt, modify, or structure the environment based on an understanding of which auditory, visual or other sensory stimuli may be distracting, offensive, reinforcing, or calming for the individual student under the direction of licensed staff.
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Lesson 3 Reinforcement

Activity 1: QuickQuiz

1. Swinging, rocking, and riding on a scooter are examples of:

heavy work activity.
oral-motor strategies.
movement activities.
all of the above.
2. When a situation or activity is known to cause an individual to become upset because of certain intolerable sensory demands, sensory strategies might help the individual tolerate and participate in the activity when they are implemented

after doing the activity.
before doing the activity.
during the activity.
all of the above
3. The goal of using sensory strategies is to help the individual with ASD be more organized, attentive, and able to participate in daily activities.


Activity 2: Sensory Strategies That Help

Concept to Practice

 

Sensory Strategies That Help

 

Read the scenario and then answer the questions that follow.

Scenario

Larry is a high school student with Autism Spectrum Disorder. During transitions from class to class he frequently becomes agitated and sometimes pushes other students and/or yells at them. At lunchtime, he hides in the restroom, often missing lunch. When it is time for gym class, Larry tries to avoid going and frequently tells the teacher he is sick and needs to go see the nurse.

Questions

Based on information in this lesson, what are some environmental modifications that could be put into place to help Larry be more successful during these difficult times listed below?

  1. Transitions from class to class
  2. Lunchtime
  3. Gym class

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