Barbara Boroson is the author of the book "Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Inclusive Classroom: How to Reach and Teach Students with ASD" (Scholastic, 2nd Edition 2016) and a forthcoming book for education leaders from ASCD. She is a keynote speaker and professional development provider at school districts nationwide. Barbara holds a bachelor's degree in writing from Cornell University and a master’s in social work from Columbia University. She has worked in autism education for 25 years in clinical, administrative, and advisory capacities. She lives with her husband and their two children, one of whom is on the autism spectrum.