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| Current and Emerging Practices with Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder presented by Dr. Richard Simpson Friday, April 25, 2008 |
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Children and youth diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are significantly taxing the skills and resources of schools, families and clinical professionals as well as parents and family members. These challenges are at least in part a function of a lack of understanding of the disorder and those strategies and methods that have proven most effective in achieving desired outcomes. Without a doubt, positive outcomes for students with ASD require use of scientifically-based and specially designed effective methods. This presentation will focus on identifying, using and evaluating practices and strategies that are most utilitarian and effective in educating, managing and supporting learners with autism spectrum disorders. Issues and methods for identifying maximally effective interventions and practices will be addressed. This conference will also be available via Live Streaming Webcast through Heartspring.tv. Course Objectives
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Seminar Location
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 Dr. Richard Simpson |
Dr. Richard L. Simpson is Professor of Special Education at the University of Kansas. He has also been a special education teacher, school psychologist and coordinator of a community mental health outreach program. Other professional experiences include directing several University of Kansas and University of Kansas Medical Center demonstration programs for students with autism spectrum disorders and coordinating numerous federal grant programs related to students with autism spectrum disorders and other disabilities. He has authored numerous books, articles and tests on the topic of students with autism spectrum disorders. Simpson was the senior editor of the professional journal Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities from 1995-2003. Awards include the Council for Exceptional Children Research Award, Midwest Symposium for Leadership in Behavior Disorders Leadership Award, Autism Society of Kansas Leadership Award, and numerous University of Kansas awards. |
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Conference Agenda
8:30-9:00 AM |
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CEU Credit
Heartspring is approved by the Continuing Board of Education of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to provide continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology. This program is offered for .6 CEU's (Intermediate Level; Related Area). ASHA CE Provider approval does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures. Questions?
Bethany Lippe, |
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Lodging
Heartspring is proud to partner with CrestHill Suites and the Courtyard East by Marriot. When reserving your room, ask for the Heartspring rate. CrestHill Suites rates start at $59 for studio/1-bedroom and $99 for a 2 bedroom/2 bathroom suite. (Rates are subject to change). CrestHill will offer a free shuttle to and from Heartspring if requested when reserving your room. The Courtyard East by Marriott is located one half mile from Heartspring; they offer a single room rate of $104 per night. |
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