CANCELED - Autism Workshop Series

July 29, 2014 OR August 26, 2014
Session I - Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Characteristics!

When asking people to describe people with autism, you are likely to get a stereotype . . . Have you ever wondered why the symbol for autism is a puzzle piece? The neurology of autism presents many challenges in relation to social relationships, instructions, transtitions, social communication, and adaptive skills to name a few. In order to develop effective programming utilizing evidenced based practices (EBP) for individuals on the ASD, it is necessary to understand the charateristics that underlie "unskilled" areas (e.g., cognitive, language/communication, social, restricted patterns of behavior, interests, and activities, and sensory differences, etc.) of concern, as well as, their strengths. A growing body of literature is providing strategies for addressing the needs to individuals with ASD. This presentation will include a thorough understanding of the charateristics of learners with ASD.

This full day workshop is appropriate for all educators or family members assisting students on the autism spectrum. It is hoped that participants will register for the follow-up session that will address the EBP's for addressing the needs of individuals with ASD.
 

September 30, 2014
Session II - Visual Supports and Make It Take It!

Visual supports enable a learner to keep track of daily activities and to develop an understanding of time and sequences (Koyama & Wand, 2011; Twachtman-Cullen, 1995). This session will help you understand why age/skill level - and functionally appropriate visual supports are necessary in helping children with autism to function independently. Just as adults use calendars, phones, lists, and other visual aids to plan daily events, visual supports help individuals with ASD understand and organize their world. We will share "best practices" of visual strategies to use in the classroom for all students to improve student engagement and independent functioning. We will focus on the importance of the evidence-based practices of visual supports (e.g., visual schedules, visual boundaries, social narratives, power cards, etc.). This session naturally transitions into the afternoon session of Make It and Take It!

CANCELLATION POLICY: Any registration cancellation must be received 7 days prior to the scheduled date to receive a refund or avoid invoicing. CESA 8 will only provide full refund of registration fees depending on individual circumstances. Refunds depend upon the ability of CESA 8 to cancel any financial obligations created by the registration such as meals, materials, etc. Registered participants not in attendance on the day of the session will be charged the full registration fee. CESA 8 reserves the right to cancel any session due to insufficient enrollment or inclement weather. Participants will be notified via email through myQuickReg.com if a cancellation occurs. Please make sure all of your contact information is correct in myQuickReg.com. DIETARY ACCOMMODATIONS: Due to varied dietary restrictions, CESA 8 cannot guarantee that all special dietary accommodations can be met. CESA 8 makes every effort to accommodate basic dietary restrictions with advance notice, but please plan accordingly. BY REGISTERING FOR THIS EVENT YOU CONSENT TO PHOTOGRAPHS/VIDEOTAPE taken during the course for publicity, promotional, and/or educational purposes including but not limited to publications, presentations, newsletters, internet, and social media sources. I do this with full knowledge and consent to waive all claims for compensation for the use or for damages. If you do not consent to this statement, please send a written notice via email to the agency contact listed on the workshop posting.