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The student will be able to demonstrate competence in effective listening and communication skills, understanding the biology and characteristics of autism, the ability to differentiate between various aspects of ABA behavior analysis, completing a functional behavior analysis, identifying challenging behaviors, identifying and developing appropriate curriculum, applying various instructional techniques in the classroom, understanding the components of life skills, social skills, and communication skills instruction, and researching best practices.
Duration: Self-paced, Instructor Supported | Six Months to complete.
Credits: 45 Clock Hours | 45 PDUs | 4.5 CEUs | 3 SH in Special Education
"Exceptional Student Education: Lower Functioning Autism" is a course for teachers looking to expand their practical and theoretical knowledge of autism, with a focus on educating students at the lower functioning end of the spectrum.
Learning Outcomes:
The student will be able to demonstrate competence in effective listening and communication skills, understanding the biology and characteristics of autism, the ability to differentiate between various aspects of ABA behavior analysis, completing a functional behavior analysis, identifying challenging behaviors, identifying and developing appropriate curriculum, applying various instructional techniques in the classroom, understanding the components of life skills, social skills, and communication skills instruction, and researching best practices.
Textbook: Autism: Teaching Makes a Difference, 2nd Edition; Brenda Scheuermann; Jo Webber; Russell Lang (ebook provided)
