$14
per classYou Don't Look Autistic! and Other Myths About Autism - Ages 9-13
Completed by 120 learners
Ages 9-13
Live One-Time Class
Live video meetings
Meets once
2-6 learners per class
50 min
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
This is an interactive lecture-style class. I will be using a Google slide presentation to help me present the information and will give lots of opportunities for students to ask questions and share their experiences. Topics that will be covered "But you don't look autistic!" - Does autism have a "look?" (Spoiler alert: it doesn't!) What does it mean that autism is a spectrum? The tendency of the autistic community to prefer identity-first language (autistic instead of a person with autism). "It is very rare for girls/females to be autistic." - Why people believe this and why it is not true. Autism is either a great thing or an awful thing - or maybe it's not either one ... Autism is more common now than it used to be - and why this is not necessarily true. "I never would have guessed you have autism!" And why I don't consider this the complaint people seem to think it is. "Autistic people are "not creative" or "have no empathy" and other untrue generalizations. We are not puzzles and do not need to be fixed - we will briefly and in an age-appropriate manner discuss how some people and organizations like Autism Speaks seek to cure autism when this not what the major of autistics want. We also talk about the puzzle piece symbol, why many autistic disapprove of it, and alternatives that can be used instead. (Under sources I have linked an article with more information on this topic to help parents understand what we will be covering). This class is inclusive, which means students of all abilities are welcome. If your student needs any accommodations please let me know and we will work together to ensure the best possible class experience. Disclaimer: This class was designed by an autistic adult (myself and used feedback from other autistics as well). Although I am doing my best to present the views of the majority of the autistic community there are autistics with opposing opinions and I can not claim to speak for the entire autistic community.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Disclaimer: This class was designed by an autistic adult (myself) and used feedback from other autistics as well. Although I am doing my best to present the views of the majority of the autistic community there are autistics with opposing opinions and I can not claim to speak for the entire autistic community.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
https://www.altogetherautism.org.nz/autism-no-puzzle-nothing-wrong-with-us/ This link explains why most autistics are against the use of the puzzle piece symbol and do not want a "cure" for autism.
Information for this class has mostly been gathered from years of interacting with the autistic community.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am autistic myself and have spent the last 10 years of my life working with autistic children as well as children with others. disabilities in various capacities. I have been a pre-school teacher, a teacher's aid working one on one and small groups with children who need extra help, a tutor, an in-home caregiver for a child with severe disabilities, and a community support worker for autistic tweens and teens. I also have an associate's degree in special education.
In January 2020 I began leading social groups for autistic children on Outschool and now have many different age groups and options ranging from ages 3-18. I also teach several classes about autism and sensory issues all of which have received overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents and students alike. I have spent a lot of time learning about autism and how autistic tend to view the issues that will be discussed in this class. If you have any questions or concerns about my qualifications please message me or read the reviews of some of my others classes about autism.
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