Abstract
When educating boys and girls with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), it is vital that teachers know how to best support their students within the classroom as well as how to support their families with community activities. Knowing the definition, etiology, and causes of ASD as well as specific strategies will strengthen educational programming around the world.
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