Journalist Eric Garcia: How to Help Autistic Students Who Don't Speak Succeed

The best way to help autistic students who can't speak succeed in school is to treat them the same way as every other student and take them seriously. Autistic students may communicate differently but they can go to school and get an education along with everyone else; they deserve the same opportunities and encouragement.

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Eric Garcia

Eric Garcia is a Washington, D.C.-based journalist focused on politics and policy and currently the senior Washington correspondent for The Independent. In our interview, Garcia talks about autism myths, recognizing the gifts and abilities of autistic people, how teachers can help their autistic students succeed and realize their potential, the role of accessible classrooms, autism and equity, how autistic people are portrayed in the media, and more.

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