Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders Introduction Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects a child’s rate and pattern of development. This neurodevelopmental disorder* is common and may affect children to varying degrees. Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder have challenges with social interactions, …
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This workshop is a brief introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Launch Workshop
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This workshop is a brief introduction to the The Enabling Person-Directed Planning for AAC Users guidebook
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Simple ways to encourage language development Get down to the child’s physical level and gain his/her attention. (i.e. Kneel down in front of your child and touch his/her face.) Talk to your child. Describe objects in your child’s environment. (Use …
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by Amy M. Wetherby, 1995 Children who are not yet using much speech often communicate in many other ways. This checklist is useful in determining how and when your child communicates. Each “Communicative Function” or reason for communicating may be …
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A guide to communicating with your child Toronto Preschool Speech and Language Services: A community partnership designed to deliver speech and language services for infants, toddlers, and preschool children. This tip sheet tells you how most children learn to communicate …
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Developing Communication Skills Introduction Communication is one of the core areas of difficulty for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We often think of speech as the main form of communication. Communication, however, involves much more than simply talking. A …
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Observing and Understanding Behaviour Introduction Why use observation? All teachers need to develop skills as observers. They need to see and record as accurately and as objectively as possible what is happening in different situations. Teachers learn most about children …
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Enhancing Social Skills Introduction Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) experience challenges in social relationships. A deficit in social interactions and communication is one of the identifying characteristics of ASD. Children with ASD may appear uninterested in social interactions and …
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Working Together Introduction The complexity of the needs of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder requires the integrated efforts of a community. This includes family, educators, health care providers, and others. It is important to facilitate collaboration among the child’s family …
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