With a solid emphasis on research, this text offers a practical approach to teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) by providing a step-by-step guide for assessment and progress monitoring, and outlining a variety of evidence-based practices organized by major theoretical perspective. Hall devotes a complete chapter to cultural and linguistic diversity and addresses ASD across the lifespan, including preschool, school-age and transition stages. Updated with the latest research and strategies, this edition includes a new chapter on transitions,References to DSM-v, and contains In Their Words accounts of what it is like to live with ASD.