You are Going to Love this Kid

Description

An interactive session on how to support individuals with Autism Spectrum and other Disabilities.

Learner Objectives:

*Compare and contrast definitions of autism
*Hear stories and see examples of how some students with special needs see and experience learning
*Learn the benefits of inclusive schools for students with special needs
*Explore how student fascinations, strengths and "favorites" can be used to teach, support and inspire
*Explore how to use fascinations as a tool in planning curriculum and instruction
*Explore how to use fascinations to calm and comfort students
*Examine a planning tool that can be used to catalogue strengths, abilities and fascinations

Location Sauk Valley Community College
173 Illinois Route 2
Dixon, IL 61021
Date 4/7/2017 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Check in 8:30 AM)
Sponsor Florissa-Kreider Services, Inc.
Trainer Dr. Paula Kluth
Contact Candice Bass (815) 288-1905 bassc@kreiderservices.org
Principles 1. Support families
2. Active participation
3. Collaborative relationships
4. Specific IFSP goals
8. Quality services
Credit Hours 1.0 - Assessment
2.5 - Intervention
1.0 - Working with Families
Cost $75
Status Closed