@lisalucier I would really like to think that these days people are doing more inclusive training, to do a better job with students of all abilities. Don't know if that is really happening. From what I have experienced, the variety of manifestations of ASD require attention to each individual and how they may be handling a situation, in order to be an effective leader/teacher. In my own experience, when I have taken workshops or classes, I have very frankly told the instructors or leaders I am I on the autism spectrum and that I have preferences for seating and interactions, in order to make my experience the most positive possible. Some are very thankful that I made the comments, some are taken aback and don't know what to do, and some just don't care. I have a multi-day creative Workshop coming up in March and know that I need to talk to the person putting it on. One of the teachers is someone who knows me, and knows I am on the Spectrum, so she won't be surprised.
Ginger