Portfolios are increasingly being used in educational settings and provide benefits to all stakeholders in the educational process. They are especially useful for students with autism spectrum disorders because they allow for the collection and communication of authentic data across a variety of skill areas and settings. This article explains the benefits of portfolio usage for students with autism spectrum disorders and details what to include and how to organize the portfolio so that students, parents, and professionals reap the maximum benefit.
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