Faculty of Education
Faculty of Education at Al-Madinah International University an Academic Lecture Entitled: “Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder”
As part of its commitment to promoting psychological and educational awareness and enhancing the competencies of professionals in the field of special education, and under the generous patronage of His Excellency the Rector of Al-Madinah International University, Dato’ Dr. Saeed bin Nuaif Al-Raddadi Al-Hazmi, the Faculty of Education, in coordination with the Training and Consultation Centre at the university, organized a specialized scientific seminar titled: “Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder” on Saturday, 17 May 2025, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, via the Google Meet platform. The seminar was presented by Dr. Ahmed Hamed Alian, with the participation of a distinguished group of academics, educators, and professionals interested in the field of special education.
🎯 Seminar Summary:
The seminar explored Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as a complex developmental condition that typically appears within the first three years of a child’s life, affecting social, verbal, and non-verbal communication, and hindering imaginative interaction and adaptive behavior.
It also traced the historical and scientific evolution of the understanding of ASD, beginning with its discovery by psychiatrist Leo Kanner in 1943, and reviewed the key stages in diagnostic development, leading to the latest global research on prevalence rates and prominent behavioral symptoms.
📌 Seminar Topics Included:
- First Topic: Definition of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Second Topic: Developmental aspects related to ASD.
- Third Topic: Analysis of common behaviors in children with ASD.
- Fourth Topic: Educational perspectives on diagnosing ASD.
👥 Target Audience:
The seminar witnessed notable attendance and engagement from teachers, educational counselors, and postgraduate students, who contributed to rich scientific discussions that enhanced the seminar’s content and reflected growing awareness of the importance of early diagnosis and specialized educational support for individuals with ASD.
💬 This seminar is part of a series of scientific and training events organized by the Faculty of Education at Al-Madinah International University, in line with its strategic plan to support professional development and strengthen the competencies of educational personnel in accordance with the latest trends in inclusive education.
