Part 1 For this discussion, please be sure you have watched the video, Early Signs of Autism Video Tutorial, from the Kennedy Krieger Institute (beginning at the 6:03 mark). Please respond to the following: Discuss the similarities and differences between a typically developing child’s pre-verbal communication development and a child with autism spectrum disorder. Why is it important for you as a professional to be aware of pre-verbal skills and typical language development when working with children with autism spectrum disorder? How would you describe your observations to a parent who expressed concern about his or her child’s pre-verbal skills?

Part 2 reflect on the readings, resources, and videos. In at least 250 words, please respond to the following questions: Create a list of words that you think might be among the first spoken by most children. How does this differ from typical first words of children with ASD? In what ways are they different? As a professional working with young children with ASD, share two ways you would respond verbally and two ways you will respond nonverbally to build pre-verbal skills and language development. Part3 Share three instructional strategies you would use when working in early childhood with an individual with ASD. Why would you expect these approaches to be effective? Part4 The History of Autism Spectrum Disorder Template for part 4 The historical and theoretical foundations of autism spectrum disorder have greatly influenced the understanding of ASD.to analyze five historical and theoretical events. For each event, you must provide the following: Describe the historical impact of the event to the field. Consider the following: How did the term/diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder originate? Why was this event impactful during this time? What were the perceptions of ASD during this time? How has this event changed perceptions today? Connect the event to a theory of ASD. Consider the following: How is this event directly related to this theory? How is the theory applied to the field today?