DEAR HARRIETTE: I have a student who says he is mildly autistic. He is eager and engaging in class — almost too much so. He raises his hand every time there’s an opportunity, often before I have been able to complete a thought.

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How can I get him to control himself a bit better?

I know he likes my class and appreciates that I talk to him a lot and let him participate fully, but he is becoming a distraction to the rest of the class.

Also, he has not given me any formal paperwork that provides for accommodations, which is required at our college. Still, I know he is different and have worked hard to support him.

— Creating Boundaries

DEAR CREATING BOUNDARIES: Speak to this student privately. Commend him for being so actively involved in class as you point out that it is

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