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Improving Socialization for High School Students with ASD by Using Their Preferred Interests: Summary

As a means for inclusion and integration, using the preferred interests of students with ASD can be an effective method. Individuals with ASD tend to have specific and strong interests, so utilizing these can help with socialization.

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The inclusion movement is focused on integrating students with disabilities (including ASD) into mainstream schools and help foster peer group support. The basis behind this movement is the belief that all children are equal, and as such, should be given equal opportunities. Additionally, the movement calls for recognizing that these children are unique and should be able to interact with and learn from others who are different from themselves. Methods for inclusion include the "circle of friends approach," the preferred interest approach, the buddy system approach, and the lunch clubs approach.

Inclusion of students with autism spectrum disorder into schools

Koegel, R., Kim, S., Koegel, L., & Schwartzman, B. (2013). Improving socialization for high school students with ASD by using their preferred interests. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 43(9), 2121–2134. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-013-1765-3

Improving Socialization for High School Students with ASD by Using Their Preferred Interests

Improving Socialization for Students with ASD by Using Their Preferred Interests


People with ASD tend to need different learning strategies to stay engaged, understand concepts and material, and have the oportunity to speak and share thoughts.

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