Bureau of Education & Research | AOTA Timed Agenda | Helping Students With High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders (Grades K-12)

Helping Students With High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders (Grades K-12)

Time-Ordered Agenda
9:00 AM	Seminar begins
9:00 – 9:30	What is High Functioning Autism? An overview
9:30 – 10:00	Applying research based strategies
10:00 – 10:30	ASD related challenging behaviors and what to do!
10:30 AM	Morning Break (15 minutes)
10:45 – 11:15	Is it a meltdown or a tantrum?
11:15 – 12:00	Inclusive environment practices.
12:00 – 1:00 PM	Lunch
1:00 – 1:30	How to modify and adapt in an inclusive environment.
1:30 – 2:10	Organization and planning skills for students with ASD and how to create an effective learning environment.
2:10 PM	Afternoon Break (10 minutes)
2:20 – 2:40	Social communication strategies to help build genuine relationships.
2:40 – 3:10	Brain-Based strategies to boost functional, academic, and social skills.
3:10 – 3:30	Review of practical resources to start using today
3:30 PM	Seminar ends