Description
This conference will provide an overview of the latest insights into the unique profiles and experiences of children and young adults on the autistic spectrum and other developmental and emotional disorders. A comprehensive overview of the application of evidenced-based developmental practices in the classroom and clinic will be presented by teachers, administrators, occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists and mental health professionals working in both private and public school settings. Program components that promote regulation, sensory-motor development, visual-spatial capacities, engagement, intentionality, problem-solving, symbolic and abstract thinking will be illustrated through classroom video examples. Teachers and therapists use affective, emotionally meaningful, experience-based activities tailored to the individual needs of the students to maximize motivation, comprehension, and retention of knowledge. The principle of “discovery vs. teaching” is emphasized as teachers and therapists promote thinking vs. memorization in the classroom. Case studies will be used to demonstrate how children with developmental challenges can build strong relationships and become creative, global thinkers who are prepared for the 21st century. The newly published Profectum DIR-FCD™ IEP Goal Bank and data collection program will be demonstrated and available for purchase. Finally, the integration of the use of technology to maximize participation and communication will also be incorporated.
Webcast presentation titles that are included with this series are listed below
- An Introduction to the DIR-FCD™ School Model
- DIR-FCD™ Model Case of a Preschool Student, including DIR-FCD™ IEP Goals
- The DIR-FCD™ School Model for the Younger Student
- The DIR-FCD™ School Model for the Older Student
- Leadership and the Complexity of Fostering and Supporting Change in School Culture
- Related Service Groups:Creative Approaches to Functional Goals
- The Role of the Mental Health Provider in a DIR-FCD School: A Counselor’s Perspective
- The Missing Piece: Including Parents and Parent Coaching in School Intervention using the Profectum Parent Toolbox
- Broadening Perspectives: How to Assess, Support and Develop Visual-Spatial Thinking in the Classroom
- Experienced Based Learning: Fostering Discovery vs. Memorization in the Classroom or Therapy Session
- Supporting the “I” in Education for the Professional
- The Phoenix Center – Music and Movement: A Case Study Using the DIR-FCD™ Model
- The DIR-FCD™ School Model for Adolescents and Adults
- An Introduction to the Profectum DIR-FCD™ Goal Bank for Children with Diverse Needs
- A Teacher Walks Into A Bar: Using Humor to Prepare Students to Learn
- The DIR-FCD™ IEP Goal Bank Hands-On Practice for Preschool and Elementary Aged Students
- The DIR-FCD™ IEP Goal Bank Hands-On Practice for Middle and High School Students
- Developmental, Semi-structured and Structured Communication Programs
- Fine Arts and the DIR-FCD™ Model Engage the Mind, the Brain and Body will Follow
- Transition and Working towards Independence: A Collaborative Approach
- Lesson Planning for the DIR-FCD™ Preschool and Elementary Classrooms
- Lesson Planning for the DIR-FCD™ Middle and High School Classrooms
- Supporting Effective Movement for the Development of Functional Skills and Communication
- Understanding Behavior: A Developmental Perspective – NJ
- Intensive Training and Coaching for Staff to Facilitate Development in the Classroom
