Autism Spectrum Disorder
Use the textbook as a source, but it is encouraged that you also include primary sources (for example, journal articles). Writing clarity, organization, and successful integration of the literature are considered when determining full credit for
the research paper.
This will be evaluated using the following criteria (a-e):
(a) Appropriateness of the literature (for example, incorporating concepts from discussion and textbook). A
thorough review of the literature on the topic must be conducted. AT LEAST 5 peer review articles, journals,
texts should be used. Research should not be more than 10 years old.
(b) Emphasis and elaboration of the topic (for example, analysis of issues, comparison, or reflection) selected
and integration of the research literature reviewed, as well as applying and integrating at least 5 concepts
covered in the course into the topic.
(c) Consideration of how the topic applies to culturally and linguistically diverse students. Address how cultural
factors (for example, ethnicity, age, gender, language, family background/values) play a role in this topic,
and/or how do teachers/practitioners become culturally responsive to address this topic?
(d) Provide examples in applied settings and “bridge the gap” between theory and application in
educational/learning settings).