Credits

3 (3/0/0)

Description

This course provides in-depth study into current issues surrounding autism spectrum disorders (ASD). For example, this course may focus on the impact of mental health and medical issues on an individual's experience living with ASD. Content will vary depending upon current research-driven topics in the field at the time of course delivery.

Competencies

Explore relevant trends within the field of ASD.
Discuss current issues relevant to the field of ASD.
Survey contemporary research within the field of ASD.
Discuss the implications for future study as the field of ASD continues to develop.
Examine the relationships among current issues and trends within the field of ASD.
Discuss the implications for society based upon the current trends within the field of ASD.
Apply the concepts and research on issues within the field of ASD.
Evaluate a variety of research findings related to current trends within the field of ASD.
Analyze and integrate scholarly material related to contemporary research within the field of ASD.

Goal Areas

5. History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences

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