Honors Projects

Teaching Abstract Thinking in Literature to Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Abstract

This project explores the background of and future for teaching abstract thinking in literature to students on the autism spectrum. Its findings are a composite of theories, studies, methods and approaches through scholastic research, as well as experiences and advice of parents. I conclude that there is no easy answer to this and reiterate the point that valuing students' unique identities is the most effective instructional strategy for this and all other populations.

Department

Education

Major

Integrated Language Arts Education

First Advisor

Dr. Heath Diehl

First Advisor Department

Honors Program

Second Advisor

Brittany Joseph

Second Advisor Department

Education

Publication Date

Spring 2-27-2020

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