reflection

ESP 621 has helped me a lot in learning more about assessments and the assessment process when working with children with autism.  I have been in the field for a few years now and hear about all the different assessments that can be given to children, but I never understood or had a chance to learn the specifics of the assessments.  The assessment process it a continuous process when working with children and even in the beginning when with a child to determine what the strengths and weaknesses are and what the best approaches might be to help the individual child.  I learned a lot when discussing the topics of possible duel diagnoses, I did not realize the close similarities that some disorders/conditions have and it helps me in looking at behaviors more specifically and in more detail.  I learned a lot when developing the Wikki, I really have never heard of them until this class and I enjoyed developing one, especially in helping people in the workplace keep in contact and have the opportunity to ask questions and continue learning about the field.  This class has been very enjoyable and I will continue to apply what I have learned to my future and in my career.