IRCA Conference on Educating Students with ASD

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Information on another conference from the Indiana Resource Center for Autism. FYI - please share.

Sincerely,Barbara C. YavorcikPresidentAutism Society of Ohio701 S. Main St.Akron, OH 44311(330) 376-0211fax: (330) 376-1226email: askASO@...home: byavorcik@...web: www.autismohio.org Please note: This is provided for information purposes only. The ASO does not endorse or recommend any providers, methodologies or services. Providing this information should not be construed as an endorsement by the ASO, either explicit or impiled.======================================

http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/irca/fconference.html

"You're Going To Love This Kid": Educating Students with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorders)PAULA KLUTHAPRIL 12, 2006RADISSON HOTEL INDIANAPOLIS AIRPORT INDIANAPOLIS INDIANAPRESENTED BY THE INDIANA RESOURCE CENTER FOR AUTISMINDIANA INSTITUTE ON DISABILITY AND COMMUNITYINDIANA’S UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE ON DISABILITY OVERVIEWAs a result of this workshop, participants will:Understand the primary characteristics of those on the autism spectrum (e.g., communication differences, social differences).Consider the importance of valuing and honoring the perspectives, words, and experiences of people with autism and their families.Understand the attitudes, values, and actions that support inclusive schooling.Learn how the language/terminology we use impacts our daily practice.Learn practical tools/strategies for sharing student strengths.See how teachers can teach from areas of interest/fascinations.Explore ways to become a better communication partner for learners with ASD.Explore a range of social supports that can be used in inclusive classrooms.WHO SHOULD ATTENDThis workshop is geared for general and special education teachers, administrators, early intervention providers, family members, and those interested in learning more about educating students on the autism spectrum.TRAINING FUNDSFor information on training funds for family members or individuals with disabilities in Indiana, contact the Indiana Governor’s Planning Council for Person’s with Disabilities at (317) 232-7770 or IN *SOURCE at (800) 332-4433.ABOUT THE SPEAKERa KluthDr. Kluth is an independent educational consultant and an adjunct instructor at National-Louis University in Chicago, Illinois. Her professional and research interests center on differentiating instruction and on supporting students with autism and significant disabilities in inclusive classrooms. She has a M.Ed. In Education Policy from Harvard Graduate School of Education and a Ph. D. in Special Education from the University of Wisconsin. She is a former special educator who has served as a classroom teacher, consulting teacher, and inclusion facilitator. She is the author of “(You’re Going to Love This Kidâ€: Educating Students with Autism in Inclusive Classrooms) (2003, s Publishing) and the lead editor of (Access to Academics: Critical Approaches to Inclusive Curriculum, Instruction, and Policy) (with Doug Biklen & Straut, 2003, Erlbaum Publishing). She also has written several articles and chapters on inclusive schooling. She is currently conducting research on the literacy experiences of students with autism.CRUS & CERTIFICATESCertificates of attendance will be provided. Upon approval by the Indiana Professional Standards Board, Certification Renewal Units (CRU’s) and Continuing Education Units (CEU’s) will be available. Additional InformationThe conference is scheduled from 8:30 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. with registration and coffee beginning at 7:30 A.M.The registration fee for this conference is $100.00.Registration fee includes morning coffee, Danishes, and presentation materials. Lunch will be provided.All registrations are final. No money will be refunded.Make checks or purchase orders payable to Indiana University and return registration form with payment to Stille, IIDC, 2853 East Tenth Street, Bloomington, IN 47408-2696.If you are paying with a purchase order or credit card, you can fax your completed registration form and payment information to the Indiana Resource Center for Autism at (812) 855-9630.Once your completed registration form is received by the Indiana Resource Center for Autism, a confirmation packet will be mailed to participants that includes a confirmation letter, receipt of payment, map to conference location, and lodging information.If you still have questions...If you have questions about the seminar content, please contact Pratt (prattc@ indiana.edu), at (812) 855- 6508.Registration questions should be directed to Stille (dstille@ indiana.edu) or Donna Beasley (dbeasley@ indiana.edu) at (812) 855- 6508.