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My life on the autism spectrum: Interview with Marcus

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It is important for me as an autism specialist and neurotypical person to understand and share the first-person experience of (actually) autistic people.

Marcus shared what his life is like as a college student with autism and what life was like for him growing up autistic. He is a great role model to our young students and children on the spectrum. Thank you Marcus for taking the time with me and sharing your experiences.

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If you are interested in being interviewed and sharing your experience on the autism spectrum please email me at sarahrazzano@yahoo.com

The Incredible 5-point Scale for Social Emotional Check-In & Free Superhero Five-Point Scale

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The incredible 5-point scale for social emotional check-in and support

All people live with some level of stress and anxiety but when anxiety gets in the way of daily functioning in school, it becomes a problem. The incredible 5-point-scale for social emotional check-in is a tool to support all students when their anxiety gets too big.

Free download of a 5-point scale with a Superhero theme!

Thank you Chris N. from my Fall 2021 behavior class for your willingness to share this great social emotional resource with all of us!

Click the link below to access the free superhero 5-point scale…

free 5- point scale download

Please watch this mini-video tutorial on the 5-point scale…

Who created the incredible 5 point scale?

Kari Dunn Buron created the incredible 5 point scale. Here is a link to the website to find all of her products. https://www.5pointscale.com.

Thanks for being an inclusive educator!

With gratitude, Sarah

How do I know if my young child/student has autism?

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Early signs of autism

This video will explore: Early signs of Autism within developmental domains (social, communication and behavior) An example of a widely used early autism screener http://www.m-chat.org Why some children slip through the cracks and don’t get a diagnosis early Who the “first responders” are to autism diagnosis Thank you for watching and for being an inclusive educator!

Check out the video I created for my class.

an adorable girl hugging her teddy bear while sleeping

Sleep problems and Autism Spectrum Disorder with Sleep Protocol for parents

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A child who has difficulties going to bed, falling asleep, staying asleep, can make night time a horrible ordeal!

Night waking and challenges in falling asleep are common in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I have used the textbook A Work in Progress as a reference to share a sleep protocol to help children and their families.

The protocol consists of 4 steps:

Download the full slide deck that teaches the four step sleep protocol. There is also a visual bedtime routine picture schedule at the end of the slide deck that can be used at home.

Link to the slide deck

References: Leaf, R. B., & McEachin, J. (1999). A work in progress: Behavior management strategies and a curriculum for intensive behavioral treatment of autism. New York: DRL Books.

Lessonpix used to create the bedtime routine.

40 Reinforcer ideas for your classroom

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Some students benefit from extrinsic motivation (reinforcement). This resource provides 40 great reinforcer ideas you can use in your classroom today.

The reinforcers are split into categories: Edible, tangible, activity and social reinforcers.

Once page download. Thank you for being an inclusive educator! Click the icon to find the reinforcer ideas.

40 reinforcer ideas for your classroom
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Autism Eligibility in Oregon

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Oregon ASD Eligibility

As a teacher in higher education, I love working with teachers who are just starting out in the field. Their enthusiasm and willingness to learn is so heartening!

I put together this video lecture for them to learn more about the Autism (ASD) evaluation for our state of Oregon. I decided to publish it on my blog so parents/caretakers and others can learn more as well!

Respectfully!

Sarah

Where to start! Teaching students with Autism: Foundational Evidence Based Practices (EBPs)

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When we look at high quality interventions for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), we want to learn the foundational SIX EBPs first! When teachers are able to intervene and use strategies with fidelity, students have better outcomes!

This is one of my new lectures that I am posting here. I hope to empower and teach new teachers and parents.

I would love to hear how you are able to incorporate these foundational interventions into your work with students!

Thank you for being an inclusive educator!

Sarah