Resources

The VCU Autism Center for Excellence is committed to providing resources for individuals with autism spectrum disorders and those who provide supports or services. VCU-ACE Resources are designed to provide information about important elements regarding ASD and implementation of evidence based practices.

Resources consist of many different materials.

Resources include:

• Books, journals and videos which may be checked out from our extensive Lending Library.
• Fact Sheets and Briefs on a variety of topics that describe issues and practices related to ASD. Each document includes an overview and answers frequently-asked questions on a designated topic.
• Summaries of peer reviewed journal articles that will help you to understand and implement research based strategies.
• Links to websites that offer research based information or training activities.
• Manuals and other documents developed by experts in the field regarding service delivery.
• Video demonstrations of the application of technology and other evidence based practices.

VARC Lending Library

The Virginia Autism Resource Center at Virginia Commonwealth University houses a lending library that offers a wide variety of materials and information. Our extensive lending library offers more than 1,000 books and 200 videotapes on topics related to autism spectrum disorders. Anyone residing in the Commonwealth of Virginia is eligible to check out items from the lending library and borrowing from our library is free. You can search the VARC Lending Library and check out a book, journal, video, or other resource

Autism Technology

ACE is partnering with Tony Gentry, Ph.D., OTR/L, director of the Assistive Technology for Cognition Laboratory, Department of Occupational Therapy, VCU to explore and share strategies for using emerging consumer electronics as cognitive-behavioral tools. This work draws on a decade of research in the ATC Lab utilizing handheld devices to support people with autism at home, at school, at work, and in the community. Current tools in use include Apple iPod touches and iPads, Android tablets, and smartphones, along with useful apps that allow truly individualized supportive suites. For additional information on autism-related technology research, please see our Autism Technology Resources.

Home, School and Community Resources

This section contains resources consisting of fact sheets, peer-reviewed journal articles, manuals, and website links, as well as other materials and information that expand the knowledge of ASD and facilitate implementation of evidence based practices.

You can browse our resources by category or format using the links below.