Embracing Autism
Why take this course?
Course Headline: 🚀 Understanding & Supporting Young Learners with Autism 🌟
Course Instructor: 👩🏫 Poh Swan Wong
Course Title: 📚 Embracing Autism: A Journey into Inclusive Education
Welcome to "Embracing Autism" – a transformative online course! 🌈
About the Course: This comprehensive course is designed for educators, parents, and professionals who seek to gain insightful knowledge about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in young learners. It aims to enlighten you on the unique characteristics of ASD and provide you with practical, teacher-friendly strategies to facilitate these learners' success in educational environments.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Understanding Autism: Learn about the different characteristics of autism and how they manifest in young learners.
- Instructional Differentiation: Discover tailored teaching methods that cater to the diverse needs of learners on the spectrum.
- Educational Strategies: Explore practical, easy-to-implement educational strategies that promote learning and development.
- Supportive Environment: Identify the key components of a classroom setting that best supports young learners with autism.
What You Will Learn: 👥 Social Skills Differences: Understand social interaction and communication challenges faced by individuals with autism. ✨ Communication Differences: Gain insights into the ways in which communication may differ for those on the spectrum. 🤔 Intellectual Functioning Skills: Explore the range of intellectual abilities and how they are expressed differently in young learners with autism. 🔊 Sensory Issues: Learn about sensory processing differences and how they affect learning experiences. ✈️ Resistance Towards Change: Discover strategies to help individuals with autism manage transitions smoothly.
Teaching Strategies Explored:
- Picture Activity Schedules (PAS): A tool for structuring daily routines and activities, helping learners with autism navigate their day with predictability and clarity.
- Social Stories™: Learn how to use these evidence-based tools to help young learners with autism understand social situations in a structured way.
Course Structure: The course is divided into three main sections:
- Understanding Autism: An overview of ASD and the impact on learning and behavior.
- Teaching Strategies: In-depth exploration of practical strategies, including PAS and Social Stories™.
- Creating a Supportive Learning Environment: Tips and tricks to foster an inclusive classroom that accommodates all learners.
Why Take This Course? If you are an educator, parent, therapist, or simply someone interested in the field of special needs education, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners with autism. Through a blend of theoretical understanding and practical applications, you'll gain confidence in supporting individuals on the spectrum and promoting their academic success.
Enroll Now and Embark on a Journey Towards Inclusive Education! 🌱
Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge and expertise in supporting young learners with autism. With Poh Swan Wong as your guide, you'll be well-equipped to create positive change in the lives of these remarkable individuals. 🎓✨
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