{"@context":"https://w3id.org/openbadges/v2","id":"https://milestone.campuslabs.com/api/v20/badge/1300313367/","uid":"1300313367","name":"Understanding Autism","description":"The Understanding Autism badge is designed to equip professionals with a comprehensive understanding of autism, from its historical foundations to the latest research on its causes and prevalence. Learners will explore the strengths and needs of individuals with autism, the experiences of their families and the impact of systemic supports. Emphasis will be placed on practical tools and inclusive strategies that enable children and adults with autism to thrive and meaningfully engage in the world around them.","type":"BadgeClass","image":"https://milestone.campuslabs.com/milestone/media/badge_image_uploads/2025/05/29/HC_SA_Education_Autism_F.png","criteria":{"id":"https://milestone.campuslabs.com/org/1323717515/badge/1300313367","narrative":":multi: This FOUNDATIONAL level badge is equivalent to a 3-credit, master's level course. A final grade of B or better is required to earn this badge. -- 1.\tLearn the characteristics, diagnostic criteria and prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), including how it presents across the lifespan and within diverse populations.\n2.\tAnalyze the historical context, current research, and evolving understanding of the etiology and epidemiology of autism.\n3.\tIdentify the strengths, support needs and potential challenges experienced by individuals with autism in educational, social and occupational settings.\n4.\tEvaluate the role of families, caregivers and interdisciplinary teams in supporting individuals with autism and articulate effective strategies for collaboration.\n5.\tApply inclusive, evidence-based practices to promote accessibility, equity and participation for individuals with autism in their professional contexts.\n6.\tDesign an inclusive practice plan that reflects an informed, strengths-based and culturally responsive approach to supporting individuals with autism.\n7.\tReflect on personal biases, assumptions and professional responsibilities in fostering acceptance and neurodiversity in schools, workplaces and communities.. "},"issuer":"https://milestone.campuslabs.com/api/v20/issuer/1323717515/","tags":["Neurodiversity Awareness","Belonging Practices","Family and Community Engagement","Behavioral and Developmental Understanding"],"alignment":[{"targetName":"Communication","targetUrl":"https://www.hood.edu/offices-services/institutional-assessment/institutional-learning-outcomes","targetDescription":"The badge earner will communicate clearly and effectively in oral, written and/or visual formats, consistent with the standards of their discipline.","targetCode":"GSO_Comm"},{"targetName":"Critical Reasoning","targetUrl":"https://www.hood.edu/offices-services/institutional-assessment/institutional-learning-outcomes","targetDescription":"The badge earner will approach content and tasks with a critical awareness, framed by knowledge and skills appropriate to their discipline.","targetCode":"GSO_CriReas"},{"targetName":"Problem Solving","targetUrl":"https://www.hood.edu/offices-services/institutional-assessment/institutional-learning-outcomes","targetDescription":"The badge earner will apply advanced disciplinary content knowledge and strategies to understand and address problems and questions relevant to their discipline and to which they have not previously been introduced.","targetCode":"GSO_ProbSolv"},{"targetName":"Diversity","targetUrl":"https://www.hood.edu/offices-services/institutional-assessment/institutional-learning-outcomes","targetDescription":"The badge earner will recognize and engage diverse ideas, perspectives and/or traditions that inform their discipline, profession and graduate experience.","targetCode":"GSO_Div"},{"targetName":"Professionalism","targetUrl":"https://www.hood.edu/offices-services/institutional-assessment/institutional-learning-outcomes","targetDescription":"The badge earner will engage in legal, ethical and professional behaviors consistent with their discipline, including leadership, teamwork and/or other responsibilities to key stakeholders.","targetCode":"GSO_Prof"}]}