In today’s video, we hear from SLPs Sharon Conty and Melissa Subock on AAC implementation for individuals with autism. Thanks to the Sharing Treatment and Autism Resources (STAR) Parent Training Program at Kennedy Krieger Institute for making this video available.
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Tagged With: ASD, Kennedy Krieger
As much as we love working with beginning communicators and helping to create a solid foundation of early language, it’s also important for SLPs to be skilled in building higher level language skills. In this post, we hear from Dr. Paola Colozzo, assistant professor in the Audiology and Speech Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC). Our video today is from UBC’s Centre for Interdisciplinary Research and Collaboration in Autism (CIRCA) and provides a wonderful overview of narrative skills and intervention for people with autism.
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Tagged With: ASD, CIRCA, language intervention, narrative language, University of British Columbia
Last month, it was such a great honor to host Dr. Pat Mirenda at the UM-NSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD). As some of you know, she was the presenter at our annual Issues in Autism Conference, and also was kind enough to record a shorter version of the presentation for the CARD eLearning site, CARD VINE. You can view that presentation below, and get the handout for it here.
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Tagged With: ASD, Challenging Behavior, Dr. Pat Mirenda, problem behavior, UM-NSU CARD
To wrap up Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, we turn to the Autism Internet Modules, created by the National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders. Ellen Franzone introduces us to a comprehensive look at SGDs and their application with people who have ASD. You may have to register to access the site, but the information is worth the extra effort. Also, don’t miss the downloadable resources, such as this SGD Implementation Checklist. Direct Link: http://www.autisminternetmodules.org/mod_intro.php?mod_id=35 Franzone, E., & Collet-Klingenberg, L. (2010). Speech generating devices for children and youth with autism spectrum disorders. Madison: The University of Wisconsin, The National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders, Waisman Center.
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This is for all of you who work tirelessly to support families affected by autism.
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Tagged With: ASD
Today is a great day to appreciate the experiences we’ve each had with individuals affected by autism and their families. They come to us to learn, but, in reality, they teach us so much. What are some of the ways they’ve taught or inspired you?
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Tagged With: ASD, World Autism Day
To kick off Autism Awareness and Acceptance month, we turn to a video on AAC and ASD. Thanks to Michael McSheehan and the Institute on Disability at the University of New Hampshire for this helpful video. https://vimeo.com/album/2645578/video/97834273
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Tagged With: ASD, University of New Hampshire
Do you get questions about effective AAC practices for individuals with autism? This video, featuring Dr. Joanne Cafiero, provides a helpful review of some of the issues. Many thanks to AssistiveWare for hosting this video.
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Tagged With: ASD, EBP, Joanne Cafiero, research
It’s vacation time! While we catch up with friends and family, here are some resources to peruse.
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Tagged With: ASD
When something works, it’s worth sharing. This week, we travel to the UK, where SLP Laura Tarver gives a quick overview of using PODD books in a classroom of children with ASD at Eagle House Primary School. You can learn more about PODD here. Direct Link to Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shrO9jd73Pg
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Tagged With: ASD, classroom, Laura Tarver, PODD, Therapy Ideas Live