Best Practice Strategies and Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorders-Chico
Review the many best practices strategies and methodologies for insturcting students with autism. A number of evidence-based strategies are covered, including: structured teaching, accommodations, modifications, peer-mediated interventions, self-advocacy and self-awareness training and strategies for addressing social, play and leisure activities. Participate in simulations and demonstrations and interact with other students in a cooperative learning environment.
Please note: This course will take place in Chico.
Prerequisite:
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders-Chico
Instructor(s):
Kandis Lighthall, M.A.,
recently retired from public education after a distinguished career. She established one of the first inclusive classrooms on a community college campus for moderate to severe disabilities and her classroom was a Special Education Resource Network demonstration site for the individual Critical Skills Model. She is the 2006 recipient of The Carol Gray Award for her contributions to the field of autism education and is the author of The Student Participation Checklist, R.E.A.D.Y. for Inclusion and What Makes School Great?When:
April 23-24 & May 7-8, 21-22: Fri., 6-9 p.m. & Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fee:
$615.00 ($645.00 if postmarked after 04/09/2010).
Special Discount fee:
10% discount for organizations enrolling three or more people at the same time in the same course. All registrations must be submitted at the same time and fees paid with one check, credit card or purchase order.
10% discount for CSU Chico Student w/ valid Student ID
Credit:
3 quarter units academic credit, X361.12
Required textbooks:
Learners on the Autism Spectrum: Preparing Highly Qualified Educators by Kari Dunn Baron ISBN 9781934575079. Buy this book from the UC Davis Bookstore.
Section:
094ABD202
Enrollment policies:
Requests to withdraw with a refund (less $30 processing fee) or transfer to another course (with a $30 processing fee) must be received seven calendar days before the course begins.
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