Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Strategies for Learning Hidden Curriculum

Hidden curriculum is a term that refers to all of those social skills that most kids just know about and understand -- the unstated rules or customs that make the world a confusing place for many students with autism spectrum disorders.  Madison's very-own Judy Endow -- an international consultant, trainer, writer who has autism and has raised a son with autism --  has recently provided many useful resources that address the topic (e.g., "Hidden Curriculum One-a-day Calendar for Older Adolescents and Adults:  Items for Understanding Unstated Rules in Social Situations", "Learning the Hidden Curriculum, The Odyssey of One Autistic Adult").  Most recently, Judy has posted an informative blog on the topic, Strategies for Learning Social Skills and Hidden Curriculum.  I think that you will find the post humorous, interesting, and informative.