Archive for the 'Autism' Category

Interventions

February 24th, 2009

  Teaching Techniques Teacher circulates around the classroom, Repeat instructions, Check for understanding, List assignments and/or instructions on the board, Use visual aids in giving instructions, Teach study skills, Limit number of oral instructions, Vary voice volume as required, Use eye contact, Use close proximity, Reduce visual/hearing stimulation, Enviornments Change seating, Reduce distractions, Change groups, Create [...]

Special Ed Teachers preparing to meet new challenges

December 23rd, 2008

In a press release dated Monday, December 15, 2008, The California  Commission on Teacher Credentialing revitalized new standards for their teacher education programs. The goal is to meet the needs of the changing special ed population which includes students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. To read more information reguarding the new programs see:  http://www.ctc.ca.gov/commission/agendas/2008- 12/2008-12-3B.pdf

What next…

December 18th, 2008

Video: The face of Autism

Obama speaks on Autism and Disabilities

December 18th, 2008

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McCain speaks about Autism

December 18th, 2008

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