A fifth-grade student with ASD (Asperger syndrome) is very interested in mythical creatures and often changes topics during conversations, struggles with nonverbal cues, and is socially rejected by peers. Which strategy would likely be most effective for addressing the difficulty interpreting nonverbal cues?

• A. Have the student focus solely on her interests without other social instructions.
• B. Provide general classroom rules without explicit social instruction.
• C. Use explicit instruction on recognizing nonverbal cues and provide opportunities to practice with feedback.
• D. Limit interactions with peers to reduce miscommunication.

Answer: (C)