Course : Erasmus+ :"TEACCH method for teaching social & life skills to autistic students"
Course code : 0741002247
0741002247 - ΣΟΦΙΑ ΜΠΑΔΗΛΑ
Course Units
Creating and using a visual daily schedule
A visual schedule is a fundamental tool that transforms abstract information into concrete visual information, acting as a roadmap for students with ASD. By arranging symbols, photos, or objects in sequence, it answers the critical question "What comes next?", thereby providing predictability and reducing the anxiety often associated with transitions. The schedule fosters independence by allowing students to navigate their day without constant verbal direction from adults. To be effective, the schedule must be individualized to the student's specific developmental level, ranging from concrete objects to written lists.
A visual schedule is a fundamental tool that transforms abstract information into concrete visual information, acting as a roadmap for students with ASD. By arranging symbols, photos, or objects in sequence, it answers the critical question "What comes next?", thereby providing predictability and reducing the anxiety often associated with transitions. The schedule fosters independence by allowing students to navigate their day without constant verbal direction from adults. To be effective, the schedule must be individualized to the student's specific developmental level, ranging from concrete objects to written lists.