Understanding Autism: Effective Management and Teaching Strategies
Course Description
This specialised course has been developed by ICEP Europe in conjunction with the Special Education Department of St Patrick’s College Drumcondra and provides an overview of Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) from Autism to Asperger syndrome. Autistic spectrum disorders appear to be on the increase. Where did this all start? Have we always had children with autism? What causes it? What is Asperger syndrome? What specific difficulties do children with autism or Asperger syndrome have? Do they socialise in the same way as other children? Do they form attachments? Do they play the same way other children play? How can we help them to learn? These are some of the questions that have been the focus of research for many years. During this course we address all these questions, keeping you informed about the latest research and, more importantly, how these findings apply to the child with Autistic Spectrum Disorders in your classroom or school.
While this course is primarily for professionals, it may also be helpful for parents who want more detailed information about the development and education of children and young people with autism.
Course Content
From the search for an explanation, to diagnosis, assessment, and interventions, this course provides a route to understanding the complexity of autism. In this course we review proven interventions that are effective in teaching children with autistic spectrum disorders how to learn. The focus is on practical, evidence-based strategies to help teachers modify their instruction, structure the classroom and modify the curriculum to help maximize the learning potential of these children. You will also learn how to prevent and intervene with challenging behaviour and become familiar with the principles of functional behavioural assessment. This course, at over 20 hours duration, is very comprehensive and offers an excellent foundation of knowledge and skills to any professional working in the field of ASD.
Tuition and Support
Specialised tutors working in the area of autism will provide you with individual support and guidance as you complete your studies online
Technical support is provided by our dedicated team of qualified learning technologists, who can be contacted by telephone or email.
Course Information
The course comprises five interactive learning modules, each taking approximately four hours online study time to complete, or 20 hours in total. Learning is self-paced, allowing you to design your own study schedule around existing commitments, and giving you total freedom and flexibility. On completion of the course you will receive a certificate of continuing professional development and a learning log of your course work which can be included in your CPD portfolio. This course is approved by the Department of Education and Science. Completion of a reflective learning journal gives you the opportunity to analyse the key learning points from the course and how they can be applied in your classroom over the year ahead. Participants are encouraged to interact with each other via the online discussion forum, allowing learners to enter active discussions with their colleagues and receive feedback from the expert course tutors.
Course Dates
Summer 2009: 1st July - 28th August. Enrolment open until 24th August 2009.
Course Fee
Subsidised Course Fee: €150
Full Course Fee: €330
Currently employed teachers in the Republic of Ireland are eligible for subsidised fees. Please note that the number of subsidised places is limited and the full fee will apply once these places are filled.
Please contact us about group booking discounts or for more information by phoning +353 1 6510618 or emailing info@icepe.eu
Visit the ICEPE website at: http://www.icepe.eu/autism.html
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