Autism essay writing

Writing and Autism 1 Sloppy handwriting 2 Sensory issues with writing implements 3 Difficulty translating what he/she wants to say into written language 4 Difficulty planning out how to write a long-form composition 5 Inability to write for an audience 6 Hyper-focus on the details of writing without regard to the larger goal picture

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After more than six years of teaching college composition courses, I can attest that these issues are not limited to students with ASDs. Any strategies aiding autistic students are likely to aid all students in a writing course and with written assignments in any course.

Writing is a challenge for many autistic students because it involves coordination, muscle strength, motor planning, language skills, organization, and sensory issues. Some children with autism benefit from augmentative communication devices, such as letterboards, IPADS, and Facilitated Communication (FC).