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The additional qualification course, Teaching Children with Communication Needs (autism spectrum disorders), focuses on the development and the implementation of program design for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). This course provides a detailed look at the characteristics associated with ASD. You will explore research-based approaches to instruction and ways to negotiate challenging behaviour. This …

Course Description Exploration of the foundation of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Focus on teaching and learning effectively in Ontario school settings. Topics include its history; assessment, diagnosis, and identification; evidence-based practice; school-based strategies; individual education plans; and broader societal issues related to ASD. Learner Outcomes Demonstrate an understanding of the historical context and evolution of Autism …

The Additional Qualification course Special Education – Communication – Learning Disabilities focuses on the theory and practice to support students with learning disabilities. Throughout this course, you will explore the various definitions and characteristics of learning disabilities. Through discussion and collaborations, you will discover cognitive, academic, and social-emotional implications of LD and generate ways to …

Are there students in your school or classroom with an intellectual disability identification? Between 75 and 90 percent of people with an intellectual disability are identified with mild intellectual disability, or MID. With the growing recognition of the diversity of learners in Ontario schools, it’s crucial that teachers understand all students’ individual learning needs. Students …