Latest research summaries

Summaries of current research findings related to school-based autism education will be posted on this page.  We start with a summary of current research on Theory of Mind, and implications for the classroom. Other research summaries that may be of interest...

“One on one… with Rita Jordan. The Psychologist”.

Take a moment to read this interview transcript with Rita Jordan and the British Psychological Society. Rita is a doyenne in the field of autism and education. In this interview she reflects on her life and work.

Principals and teachers report of successful strategies for autistic students in mainstream schools. 

Attached is an article on school principals and teachers reports of successful strategies for autistic students in inclusive schools. ....

National Guideline for Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders in Australia

CRC Association Showcase submission by Dr Kiah Evans, Autism CRC Researcher and Program Manager for the Autism Research team at Telethon Kids Institute. Find out more at autismcrc.com.auNational Guideline available from...

For Students

“Inclusive education means all children in the same classrooms, in the same schools… and real learning opportunities for groups who have traditionally been excluded…” UNICEF, 2023. What does the research tell us about the experience of autistic children in inclusive...