January 4, 2021 to March 29, 2021
- Category: AQ, Online
- Region: GTA
- Topic: Special Education/Exceptionalities
- Grades: Intermediate (grades 7-10), JK-SK, Junior (grades 4-6), Primary (grades 1-3), Senior (grades 11-12)
If you support students with autism spectrum disorders, this course is essential. The course provides an overview of the characteristics of students identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Participants will extend and apply their skills and knowledge in Special Education programs and services for their work with students with ASD. Teaching Students with Communications Needs (Autism Spectrum Disorders) lays the foundation for understanding what autism is, how students with autism learn, how they communicate, how they behave, as well as how to recognize and use their skills, strengths, and needs in their inclusion in the regular classroom.
This course will provide hands-on experience and knowledge needed by teachers to design and deliver programs and assessments for students along the spectrum. Components of program planning include applied behaviour analysis (ABA), parental and community involvement, and tools/strategies to manage complex situations. This course will be consistent with the expectations outlined in Ministry of Education curriculum policies and regulations, support documents, and planned transitions. It is open to all elementary and secondary teachers who have a basic qualification in general studies or technological studies.
- Organizer: York Catholic District School Board
- Cost: $650.00. See website for details.
- Location: York Catholic District School Board
- Address: 320 Bloomington Road West, Aurora, ON L4G 0M1
- Website: http://www.ycdsb.ca/aq/
- Contact: Dr. Pat Bucci, Additional Qualifications Program Officer
- Email: [email protected]