Supporting students with autism
Equipping teachers with practical tools to foster inclusive, supportive learning environments for students with autism
Overview
Supporting Students with Autism (SSWA) was a 1-credit course I designed for ASU’s Professional Learning platform. The course was created to help educators make general education classrooms more inclusive and accessible for students with autism. During the project, I had the privilege to:
- Collaborated with the subject matter expert and colleagues to ensure the course design aligned with evidence-based practices.
- Develop accessible, learner-friendly modules that highlighted strategies for classroom inclusion.
- Create engaging content that balanced research with practical applications for educators.
Challenges
Short turnaround time
The project required course design and development to be completed within a condensed timeline (1 month before launch).
Limited SME availability post-delivery
The SME’s absence after initial content delivery created challenges for timely clarifications and feedback.
Design constraints in Canvas
Limited design capabilities within the ASU Canvas LMS restricted customization and interactivity.
Solutions
Solution: Efficient development
Prioritized essential content, systematized workflows, and maintain clear, consistent communication to deliver the course on schedule.
Solution: Independent refinement
Reviewed and refined content, applying instructional design best practices to ensure quality and consistency.
Solution: Creative workarounds
Used thoughtful layouts, consistent styling, and custom HTML to create a refreshing, accessible learning experience within Canvas.
Outcomes
5
Modules
designed and
built
15+
Learning
activities
developed
100%
WCAG
compliant
Explore the work
For additional details and artifacts, check out the links below:
