I am currently supporting an eight year old student who has been diagnosed with high-functioning Autism. Working alongside him has motivated me to further understand how individuals with Autism might experience daily life differently. I recently watched the new(ish) Temple Grandin film starring Claire Danes, who does an incredible job portraying an incredible woman. I would definitely recommend watching this film, as well as the documentary, entitled 'The Woman who Thinks Like a Cow' which you can find on you tube. Grandin was diagnosed with autism as a child, and has since earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, as well as a Masters degree and a PhD in Animal Science. She is a strong advocate for the ethical treatment of animals, and has used her knowledge of animal behaviour to redesign the cattle industry. Check out her TED talk here.
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Temple Grandin
I am currently supporting an eight year old student who has been diagnosed with high-functioning Autism. Working alongside him has motivated me to further understand how individuals with Autism might experience daily life differently. I recently watched the new(ish) Temple Grandin film starring Claire Danes, who does an incredible job portraying an incredible woman. I would definitely recommend watching this film, as well as the documentary, entitled 'The Woman who Thinks Like a Cow' which you can find on you tube. Grandin was diagnosed with autism as a child, and has since earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, as well as a Masters degree and a PhD in Animal Science. She is a strong advocate for the ethical treatment of animals, and has used her knowledge of animal behaviour to redesign the cattle industry. Check out her TED talk here.
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