Supporting College Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders



This video is a little longer than your average Youtube clip but don't let this detour you. Its full of useful information for college faculty who may have students with ASD or other related learning disabilities in their classroom. The video explores Pace Universities Oasis program and different strategies that they use to help their students succeed. As well as things to be aware of if you do in fact have a student in your class who receives accommodations. Enjoy!


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My name is Payton Grandquest and I am a graduate student at the University of North Florida with a focus in Applied Behavior Analysis. Currently I am working as a registered behavior technician and recently became QASP ( Qualified Autism Services Practitioner) certified. I'm 23 years old and am very excited to pursue my goal of becoming a board certified behavioral analyst. Autism interests me and I really enjoy my job right now working with the younger ASD population. I hope one day I can make as big of an impact on them as they have made on me. Enjoy my blog💜
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