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Chapter 10A: Teaching students with autism This chapter discussed the common aspects of autism and how to deal with children with this disorder in classrooms. Basic concepts about Autism: -Pervasive developmental disorder -affects social interaction -no single definition -not separate category in IDEA until 1990 Defining Autism: -IDEA says autism is a developmental disability that: -results in deficits in verbal and nonverbal communication and social interaction -is evidenced in children before three years of age -affects child’s education performance -The Autism Society of America, the primary parent advocacy group, says autism is: -a neurological disease that affects the functions of the brain that makes it difficult for the child to