NYC: Carol Gray: From Kid-tastrophe to ation

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From Kid-tastrophe to ation: Exploring Loss, Bullying, Friendship, and Students with ASDCarol GrayNovember 5, 2006New York City

Course Description:A student with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may have unique and/or intense emotional/behavioral reactions to setbacks – setbacks that others may view as inconsequential. They need assistance to learn how to handle life’s daily unanticipated twists and turns (loss of a favorite item, a change in routine, etc.), as well as greater setbacks (illness, death, loss of friendship, bullying). Using lecture, PowerPoint®, case examples, and activities, this presentation shares guidelines and strategies to teach a child with ASD more effective responses to the unexpected elements of life.

Faculty:Carol Gray is the President of The Gray Center for Social Learning and Understanding, a non-profit organization serving people with ASD and those working on their behalf. She is an internationally respected author and speaker with over 20 years experience as a teacher and consultant working on behalf of children and adults with ASD. In 1991, Carol developed Social Storiesâ„¢, a strategy used worldwide with children with ASD. She has published several resources and materials related to the education of students with ASD. Most recently, Carol and The Gray Center have been working in collaboration with Mark and the Specialminds Foundation, a non-profit organization, to develop Social Storiesâ„¢ Movies and coordinating materials. Carol is the recipient of the Barbara Lipinski Award for her international contribution to the welfare of people with ASD.

Learning Objectives:Following this course, participants will be able to:Describe the rationale that supports the recognition of life’s losses as learning opportunities, and its importance to children with ASD.Discuss the role of paradigms and habits in the education of students with ASD.Describe the relationship between paradigms and ‘the domino effect’ in the education of students with ASD.Describe at least one case example of a positive ‘domino effect’ using accurate information as a guide to building paradigms and forming attitudes.Identify five guidelines that parents and professionals can use to guide their responses to a child’s intense response to a setback or unexpected event. Explain why an ‘inclusive’ definition to bullying is essential.Describe how to teach a student with ASD to respond to a bullying attempt.Describe three strategies/activities to support learning from all of life’s losses.

Course Schedule:Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

9:00-10:30 Rationale Supporting the Strategies Discussed in ‘Kid-tastrophe to ation’a. Important Cognitive Theories

Paradigms, Habits, and Students with ASDa. Paradigmsb. Habitsc. The Relationship of Paradigms and Habits to the Education of Students with ASD

10:30-10:45 Break

10:45-12:00 Guidelines to Help Students with ASD Move Through Life’s LossesAbandon Assumptions in Favor of Respecting the Child’s Perspective and Following His or Her Lead, While Making an Effort to Provide...Advance Notice that Includes Information a Child May Be Missing, Adding Meaning with…Accommodations and Analogies that Build Concepts and...Affirm Feelings, to Make Meaningful and Effective...Associations Between Related Past, Present, and Future Experiences.

12:00-1:00 Lunch (on your own)

1:00-2:30 Bullying and Students with ASDInclusive Definition of BullyingHow to Respond to a Bullying Attempt

2:30-2:45 Break

2:45-4:30 Three Strategies to Support Learning from Loss

Target Audience:Parents and professionals working on behalf of students with autism spectrum disorders, ages 2-12, with applicability to adolescents and adults with ASD.

Course Level:Intermediate to Advanced. Beginners would benefit as well.

Educational Credits:6 contact hours. Certificates will be awarded.Registered NJ Professional Development Provider.

Application has been made to the APA for CE credit approval.

TSI is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. AOTA does not endorse specific course content, products, or clinical procedures. Approved by AOTA for .6 CEUs.

Therapeutic Services, Inc. (TSI) is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to offer continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology. This program is offered for .6 CEUs (Intermediate Level, Professional Area). ASHA approval of CE Provider status does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.

Location:Fashion Institute of Technology AmphitheatreD Building7th Avenue at 27th StreetNew York, NY

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Comments:“Carol Gray is an informative and entertaining presenter and I have learned a great deal about Asperger's syndrome from her intuitive understanding of how a child with Asperger's syndrome thinks and perceives the world. She has an original approach to Asperger's syndrome and Autism that is unique and I have extensively used, in my clinical practice, her strategies such as Social Stories, Comic Strip Conversations, and other ideas. I always enjoy her presentations and thoroughly recommend Carol Gray as one of the world’s leading presenters on Autism and Asperger's syndrome.†– Tony Attwood, Ph.D.

Cost:Professionals: $210.00; Early Registration $180.00 (must be postmarked 21 days prior to seminar) Family Members*: $160.00; Early Registration $130.00 (must be postmarked 21 days prior to seminar)

Please note: *The family rate applies only to relatives of children with ASD. Please do not abuse this discounted rate if you are a professional. *Those who register at the family rate will NOT be awarded CEUs.

Group Discount: A 10% discount will be given to each registrant when 3 or more registrations are received in the same envelope.

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