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“Social thinking skills must be directly taught to children and adults with ASD. Doing so opens doors of social understandings in all areas of life.” quote by Temple Grandin
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“Social thinking skills must be directly taught to children and adults with ASD. Doing so opens doors of social understandings in all areas of life.”

Temple Grandin

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Source Book: The Way I See It by Temple Grandin, 1995

Teaching social thinking directly benefits individuals with ASD, expanding their life opportunities.

In simple terms: Teach social skills to those with autism.

Key Takeaway

Provide explicit social instruction.

Themes

education autism social skills inclusion

Mood

empathetic hopeful

Type

educational advocacy

When to use this quote

  • classroom
  • workplace
  • community programs
  • family support

Key Concepts

neurodiversity skill development

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we tailor social lessons for varied needs?
  • What barriers exist in implementing such programs?
A Different Perspective

Some may resist structured social training.

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