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.
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.
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.
As I wrap up a term teaching SPED inclusion strategies, I wanted to share and showcase a few free resources that some of my wonderful college students created to promote SPED inclusion in their future classrooms. They have given permission to share these resources for FREE so teachers everywhere can have access to them!
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/IEP-Snapshot-FREE-6723498
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Uncode-the-Jargon-FREE-infographic-6654198
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/5-main-components-of-the-IEP-infographic-FREE-6591650
Thank you to the students Nick, Emily, Miguel and Raelyn for giving permission to share these digital downloads as free resources so many teachers and special educators can use them!
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Thanks for visiting my blog and for being an inclusive educator,
Sarah
I created this video for pre-service teachers who are new to the IEP process. It can also be beneficial for parents who are also new to the process.
Thanks for watching and for being an inclusive educator,
*infographic created by current Masters student Nick Maytanes
He has given permission to allow all teachers to download a free copy here: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/5-main-components-of-the-IEP-infographic-6591650
On this MLK weekend, I would like to honor the heros of inclusion and the work parents have done. Tireless effort over the years have created change and much of the credit is due to families of students with special needs. If you are a parent of a child with special needs you are my hero! Please watch this brief history of special education which started with exclusion and ends with inclusion. Lets keep advocating on behalf of our most precious and valuable students and know how far we have come!
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How to give constructive input in the IEP process: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Parent-Input-form-for-the-IEP-meeting-4864867
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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!
This countdown visual is an example of how a visual can show the learner exactly how many items or tasks needs to be completed. Countdown visual supports can be used for any multi-step task.
Visual Support is one of the 27 Evidence Based Practices identified by the The National Professional Development Center for Autism Spectrum Disorder (NPCASD). https://autismpdc.fpg.unc.edu/national-professional-development-center-autism-spectrum-disorder
He had five pages to complete so we started with all 5 tabs open.
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